Vaidev had 6 times as much money as Luke. After Vaidev had spent one-third of his money, he had $39 more than Luke. How much money did Vaidev have at first?
| |
Vaidev |
Luke |
| Before |
6 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 2 u |
|
| After |
4 u |
1 u |
Amount that Vaidev had after he spent one-third of his money
= 6 u ÷ 3
= 2 u
Amount that Vaidev had more than Luke in the end
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 39
1 u = 39 ÷ 3 = 13
Amount that Vaidev had at first
= 6 u
= 6 x 39
= $234
Answer(s): $234
