John had $40 more than Jaslyn. After Jaslyn spent
25 of her money, John had five times as much money as Jaslyn. How much money did John have at first?
| |
John |
Jaslyn |
| Before |
15 u |
5 u |
| Change |
|
- 2 u |
| After |
15 u |
3 u |
Amount that John had in the end
= 5 x 3 u
= 15 u
If Jaslyn had another $40 at first, the amounts that John and Jaslyn each had at first will be the same.
15 u = 5 u + 40
15 u - 5 u = 40
10 u = 40
1 u = 40 ÷ 10 = 4
Amount John had at first
= 15 u
= 15 x 4
= $60
Answer(s): $60
