Ryan had 3 times as much money as Glen. After Ryan had spent one-third of his money, he had $33 more than Glen. How much money did Ryan have at first?
|
Ryan |
Glen |
Before |
3 u |
1 u |
Change |
- 1 u |
|
After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Ryan had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Ryan had more than Glen in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 33
Amount that Ryan had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 33
= $99
Answer(s): $99