Howard had 4 times as much money as Liam. After Howard had spent half of his money, he had $43 more than Liam. How much money did Howard have at first?
| |
Howard |
Liam |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Howard had after he spent half of his money
= 4 u ÷ 2
= 2 u
Amount that Howard had more than Liam in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 43
Amount that Howard had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 43
= $172
Answer(s): $172
