Will had $35 more than Xylia. After Xylia spent
25 of her money, Will had four times as much money as Xylia. How much money did Will have at first?
| |
Will |
Xylia |
| Before |
12 u |
5 u |
| Change |
|
- 2 u |
| After |
12 u |
3 u |
Amount that Will had in the end
= 4 x 3 u
= 12 u
If Xylia had another $35 at first, the amounts that Will and Xylia each had at first will be the same.
12 u = 5 u + 35
12 u - 5 u = 35
7 u = 35
1 u = 35 ÷ 7 = 5
Amount Will had at first
= 12 u
= 12 x 5
= $60
Answer(s): $60
