Eric and Zeph both received an allowance from their father. Eric initially received 40% of the money. He then gave Zeph $36, and was left with
13 as much money as Zeph. What was the total amount of money given to the two boys?
|
Eric |
Zeph |
Total |
Before |
2x4 = 8 u |
3x4 = 12 u |
5x4 = 20 u |
Change |
- 36 |
+ 36 |
|
After |
1x5 = 5 u |
3x5 = 15 u |
4x5 = 20 u |
The total amount of money remains the same.
40% =
40100 =
25Amount that Eric gave to Zeph
= 8 u - 5 u
= 3 u
3 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 3 = 12
Total amount of money given to the two boys
= 20 u
= 20 x 12
= $240
Answer(s): $240