Justin had $214 and Riordan had some money at first. After Justin spent $62 and Riordan spent 25% of his money, they had a total of $182 left. How much money did Riordan have at first?
| |
Justin |
Riordan |
| Before |
$214 |
4 u |
| Change |
- $62 |
- 1 u |
| After |
$152 |
3 u |
25% =
25100 =
14 Amount that Justin had left
= 214 - 62
= $152
Total amount that Justin and Riordan had left = 152 + 3 u
152 + 3 u = 182
3 u = 182 - 152
3 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 3 = 10
Amount that Riordan had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 10
= $40
Answer(s): $40
