Ken had 3 times as much money as Elijah. After Ken had spent one-third of his money, he had $23 more than Elijah. How much money did Ken have at first?
| |
Ken |
Elijah |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Ken had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Ken had more than Elijah in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 23
Amount that Ken had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 23
= $69
Answer(s): $69
