Ken had 4 times as much money as Gabriel. After Ken had spent half of his money, he had $47 more than Gabriel. How much money did Ken have at first?
| |
Ken |
Gabriel |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Ken had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Ken had more than Gabriel in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 47
Amount that Ken had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 47
= $188
Answer(s): $188
