Neave and Bobby both received an allowance from their father. Neave initially received 40% of the money. He then gave Bobby $35, and was left with
15 as much money as Bobby. What was the total amount of money given to the two boys?
| |
Neave |
Bobby |
Total |
| Before |
2x6 =
12 u |
3x6 =
18 u |
5x6 =
30 u |
| Change |
- 35 |
+ 35 |
|
| After |
1x5 =
5 u |
5x5 =
25 u |
6x5 =
30 u |
The total amount of money remains the same.
40% =
40100 =
25Amount that Neave gave to Bobby
= 12 u - 5 u
= 7 u
7 u = 35
1 u = 35 ÷ 7 = 5
Total amount of money given to the two boys
= 30 u
= 30 x 5
= $150
Answer(s): $150
