Liam had 3 times as much money as Owen. After Liam had spent one-third of his money, he had $28 more than Owen. How much money did Liam have at first?
| |
Liam |
Owen |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Liam had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Liam had more than Owen in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 28
Amount that Liam had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 28
= $84
Answer(s): $84
