Sam had $44 more than Olivia. After Olivia spent
23 of her money, Sam had five times as much money as Olivia. How much money did Sam have at first?
| |
Sam |
Olivia |
| Before |
5 u |
3 u |
| Change |
|
- 2 u |
| After |
5 u |
1 u |
Amount that Sam had in the end
= 5 x 1 u
= 5 u
If Olivia had another $44 at first, the amounts that Sam and Olivia each had at first will be the same.
5 u = 3 u + 44
5 u - 3 u = 44
2 u = 44
1 u = 44 ÷ 2 = 22
Amount Sam had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 22
= $110
Answer(s): $110
