Ben had 4 times as much money as Michael. After Ben had spent half of his money, he had $44 more than Michael. How much money did Ben have at first?
| |
Ben |
Michael |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Ben had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Ben had more than Michael in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 44
Amount that Ben had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 44
= $176
Answer(s): $176
