Gabriel had $100 and Rael had some money at first. After Gabriel spent $28 and Rael spent 60% of his money, they had a total of $308 left. How much money did Rael have at first?
| |
Gabriel |
Rael |
| Before |
$100 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $28 |
- 3 u |
| After |
$72 |
2 u |
60% =
60100 =
35 Amount that Gabriel had left
= 100 - 28
= $72
Total amount that Gabriel and Rael had left = 72 + 2 u
72 + 2 u = 308
2 u = 308 - 72
2 u = 236
1 u = 236 ÷ 2 = 118
Amount that Rael had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 118
= $590
Answer(s): $590
