David had $180 and Seth had some money at first. After David spent $73 and Seth spent 60% of his money, they had a total of $225 left. How much money did Seth have at first?
| |
David |
Seth |
| Before |
$180 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $73 |
- 3 u |
| After |
$107 |
2 u |
60% =
60100 =
35 Amount that David had left
= 180 - 73
= $107
Total amount that David and Seth had left = 107 + 2 u
107 + 2 u = 225
2 u = 225 - 107
2 u = 118
1 u = 118 ÷ 2 = 59
Amount that Seth had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 59
= $295
Answer(s): $295
