Andy had $60 more than Emma. After Emma spent
25 of her money, Andy had five times as much money as Emma. How much money did Andy have at first?
| |
Andy |
Emma |
| Before |
15 u |
5 u |
| Change |
|
- 2 u |
| After |
15 u |
3 u |
Amount that Andy had in the end
= 5 x 3 u
= 15 u
If Emma had another $60 at first, the amounts that Andy and Emma each had at first will be the same.
15 u = 5 u + 60
15 u - 5 u = 60
10 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 10 = 6
Amount Andy had at first
= 15 u
= 15 x 6
= $90
Answer(s): $90
