Nick had $52 more than Kylie. After Kylie spent
29 of her money, Nick had five times as much money as Kylie. How much money did Nick have at first?
| |
Nick |
Kylie |
| Before |
35 u |
9 u |
| Change |
|
- 2 u |
| After |
35 u |
7 u |
Amount that Nick had in the end
= 5 x 7 u
= 35 u
If Kylie had another $52 at first, the amounts that Nick and Kylie each had at first will be the same.
35 u = 9 u + 52
35 u - 9 u = 52
26 u = 52
1 u = 52 ÷ 26 = 2
Amount Nick had at first
= 35 u
= 35 x 2
= $70
Answer(s): $70
