Howard had $44 more than Sabrina. After Sabrina spent
15 of her money, Howard had four times as much money as Sabrina. How much money did Howard have at first?
| |
Howard |
Sabrina |
| Before |
16 u |
5 u |
| Change |
|
- 1 u |
| After |
16 u |
4 u |
Amount that Howard had in the end
= 4 x 4 u
= 16 u
If Sabrina had another $44 at first, the amounts that Howard and Sabrina each had at first will be the same.
16 u = 5 u + 44
16 u - 5 u = 44
11 u = 44
1 u = 44 ÷ 11 = 4
Amount Howard had at first
= 16 u
= 16 x 4
= $64
Answer(s): $64
