Dylan had $136 and Mark had some money at first. After Dylan spent $46 and Mark spent 25% of his money, they had a total of $177 left. How much money did Mark have at first?
| |
Dylan |
Mark |
| Before |
$136 |
4 u |
| Change |
- $46 |
- 1 u |
| After |
$90 |
3 u |
25% =
25100 =
14 Amount that Dylan had left
= 136 - 46
= $90
Total amount that Dylan and Mark had left = 90 + 3 u
90 + 3 u = 177
3 u = 177 - 90
3 u = 87
1 u = 87 ÷ 3 = 29
Amount that Mark had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 29
= $116
Answer(s): $116
