Tom had 3 times as much money as Will. After Tom had spent one-third of his money, he had $35 more than Will. How much money did Tom have at first?
| |
Tom |
Will |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Tom had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Tom had more than Will in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 35
Amount that Tom had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 35
= $105
Answer(s): $105
