Brandon had 12 times as much money as Reggie. After Brandon had spent one-third of his money, he had $49 more than Reggie. How much money did Brandon have at first?
| |
Brandon |
Reggie |
| Before |
12 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 4 u |
|
| After |
8 u |
1 u |
Amount that Brandon had after he spent one-third of his money
= 12 u ÷ 3
= 4 u
Amount that Brandon had more than Reggie in the end
= 8 u - 1 u
= 7 u
7 u = 49
1 u = 49 ÷ 7 = 7
Amount that Brandon had at first
= 12 u
= 12 x 49
= $588
Answer(s): $588
