John had $245 and Ken had some money at first. After John spent $87 and Ken spent 40% of his money, they had a total of $383 left. How much money did Ken have at first?
| |
John |
Ken |
| Before |
$245 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $87 |
- 2 u |
| After |
$158 |
3 u |
40% =
40100 =
25 Amount that John had left
= 245 - 87
= $158
Total amount that John and Ken had left = 158 + 3 u
158 + 3 u = 383
3 u = 383 - 158
3 u = 225
1 u = 225 ÷ 3 = 75
Amount that Ken had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 75
= $375
Answer(s): $375
