Glen had $202 and Xavier had some money at first. After Glen spent $67 and Xavier spent 60% of his money, they had a total of $157 left. How much money did Xavier have at first?
| |
Glen |
Xavier |
| Before |
$202 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $67 |
- 3 u |
| After |
$135 |
2 u |
60% =
60100 =
35 Amount that Glen had left
= 202 - 67
= $135
Total amount that Glen and Xavier had left = 135 + 2 u
135 + 2 u = 157
2 u = 157 - 135
2 u = 22
1 u = 22 ÷ 2 = 11
Amount that Xavier had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 11
= $55
Answer(s): $55
