Tim had 3 times as much money as Lee. After Tim had spent one-third of his money, he had $42 more than Lee. How much money did Tim have at first?
| |
Tim |
Lee |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Tim had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Tim had more than Lee in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 42
Amount that Tim had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 42
= $126
Answer(s): $126
