Lee had 3 times as much money as Vaidev. After Lee had spent one-third of his money, he had $47 more than Vaidev. How much money did Lee have at first?
| |
Lee |
Vaidev |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Lee had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Lee had more than Vaidev in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 47
Amount that Lee had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 47
= $141
Answer(s): $141
