Howard had 3 times as much money as Brandon. After Howard had spent one-third of his money, he had $49 more than Brandon. How much money did Howard have at first?
| |
Howard |
Brandon |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
1 u |
Amount that Howard had after he spent one-third of his money
= 3 u ÷ 3
= 1 u
Amount that Howard had more than Brandon in the end
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 49
Amount that Howard had at first
= 3 u
= 3 x 49
= $147
Answer(s): $147
