Xavier and David both received an allowance from their father. Xavier initially received 35% of the money. He then gave David $15, and was left with
14 as much money as David. What was the total amount of money given to the two boys?
| |
Xavier |
David |
Total |
| Before |
7x1 =
7 u |
13x1 =
13 u |
20x1 =
20 u |
| Change |
- 15 |
+ 15 |
|
| After |
1x4 =
4 u |
4x4 =
16 u |
5x4 =
20 u |
The total amount of money remains the same.
35% =
35100 =
720Amount that Xavier gave to David
= 7 u - 4 u
= 3 u
3 u = 15
1 u = 15 ÷ 3 = 5
Total amount of money given to the two boys
= 20 u
= 20 x 5
= $100
Answer(s): $100
