Cody had 8 times as much money as Howard. After Cody had spent half of his money, he had $30 more than Howard. How much money did Cody have at first?
| |
Cody |
Howard |
| Before |
8 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 4 u |
|
| After |
4 u |
1 u |
Amount that Cody had after he spent half of his money
= 8 u ÷ 2
= 4 u
Amount that Cody had more than Howard in the end
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 3 = 10
Amount that Cody had at first
= 8 u
= 8 x 30
= $240
Answer(s): $240
