David had $247 and Albert had some money at first. After David spent $11 and Albert spent 40% of his money, they had a total of $323 left. How much money did Albert have at first?
| |
David |
Albert |
| Before |
$247 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $11 |
- 2 u |
| After |
$236 |
3 u |
40% =
40100 =
25 Amount that David had left
= 247 - 11
= $236
Total amount that David and Albert had left = 236 + 3 u
236 + 3 u = 323
3 u = 323 - 236
3 u = 87
1 u = 87 ÷ 3 = 29
Amount that Albert had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 29
= $145
Answer(s): $145
