Peter had $136 and Eric had some money at first. After Peter spent $12 and Eric spent 40% of his money, they had a total of $256 left. How much money did Eric have at first?
| |
Peter |
Eric |
| Before |
$136 |
5 u |
| Change |
- $12 |
- 2 u |
| After |
$124 |
3 u |
40% =
40100 =
25 Amount that Peter had left
= 136 - 12
= $124
Total amount that Peter and Eric had left = 124 + 3 u
124 + 3 u = 256
3 u = 256 - 124
3 u = 132
1 u = 132 ÷ 3 = 44
Amount that Eric had at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 44
= $220
Answer(s): $220
