Rael had 4 times as much money as Bryan. After Rael had spent half of his money, he had $48 more than Bryan. How much money did Rael have at first?
| |
Rael |
Bryan |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Rael had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Rael had more than Bryan in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 48
Amount that Rael had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 48
= $192
Answer(s): $192
