Fred had 4 times as much money as Lee. After Fred had spent half of his money, he had $24 more than Lee. How much money did Fred have at first?
| |
Fred |
Lee |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Fred had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Fred had more than Lee in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 24
Amount that Fred had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 24
= $96
Answer(s): $96
