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