Luis had 6 times as much money as Julian. After Luis had spent one-third of his money, he had $36 more than Julian. How much money did Luis have at first?
| |
Luis |
Julian |
| Before |
6 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
4 u |
1 u |
Amount that Luis had after he spent one-third of his money
= 6 u ÷ 3
= 2 u
Amount that Luis had more than Julian in the end
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 3 = 12
Amount that Luis had at first
= 6 u
= 6 x 36
= $216
Answer(s): $216
