Henry had $38 more than Abi. After Abi spent
29 of her money, Henry had four times as much money as Abi. How much money did Henry have at first?
| |
Henry |
Abi |
| Before |
28 u |
9 u |
| Change |
|
- 2 u |
| After |
28 u |
7 u |
Amount that Henry had in the end
= 4 x 7 u
= 28 u
If Abi had another $38 at first, the amounts that Henry and Abi each had at first will be the same.
28 u = 9 u + 38
28 u - 9 u = 38
19 u = 38
1 u = 38 ÷ 19 = 2
Amount Henry had at first
= 28 u
= 28 x 2
= $56
Answer(s): $56
