Albert and Tommy both received an allowance from their father. Albert initially received 40% of the money. He then gave Tommy $14, and was left with
15 as much money as Tommy. What was the total amount of money given to the two boys?
|
Albert |
Tommy |
Total |
Before |
2x6 = 12 u |
3x6 = 18 u |
5x6 = 30 u |
Change |
- 14 |
+ 14 |
|
After |
1x5 = 5 u |
5x5 = 25 u |
6x5 = 30 u |
The total amount of money remains the same.
40% =
40100 =
25Amount that Albert gave to Tommy
= 12 u - 5 u
= 7 u
7 u = 14
1 u = 14 ÷ 7 = 2
Total amount of money given to the two boys
= 30 u
= 30 x 2
= $60
Answer(s): $60