Reggie and Neave have a total of $304. If Neave gives Reggie $32, Reggie will have thrice as much money as Neave. How much money has each of them at first?
- Neave
- Reggie
|
Reggie |
Neave |
Total |
Before |
3 u - $32 |
1 u + $32 |
$304 |
Change |
+ $32 |
- $32 |
|
After |
3 u |
1 u |
$304 |
(a)
Total amount that Reggie and Neave have in the end
= 1 u + 3 u
= 4 u
4 u = 304
1 u = 304 ÷ 4 = 76
Amount that Neave has at first
= 1 u + 32
= 76 + 32
= $108
(b)
Amount that Reggie has at first
= 304 - 108
= $196
Answer(s): (a) $108; (b) $196