Gabriel had $141 and Zane had some money at first. After Gabriel spent $45 and Zane spent 60% of his money, they had a total of $162 left. How much money did Zane have at first?
| |
Gabriel |
Zane |
| Before |
$141 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $45 |
- 3 u |
| After |
$96 |
2 u |
60% =
60100 =
35 Amount that Gabriel had left
= 141 - 45
= $96
Total amount that Gabriel and Zane had left = 96 + 2 u
96 + 2 u = 162
2 u = 162 - 96
2 u = 66
1 u = 66 ÷ 2 = 33
Amount that Zane had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 33
= $165
Answer(s): $165
