Albert and Fabian have a total of $292. If Fabian gives Albert $31, Albert will have thrice as much money as Fabian. How much money has each of them at first?
- Fabian
- Albert
|
Albert |
Fabian |
Total |
Before |
3 u - $31 |
1 u + $31 |
$292 |
Change |
+ $31 |
- $31 |
|
After |
3 u |
1 u |
$292 |
(a)
Total amount that Albert and Fabian have in the end
= 1 u + 3 u
= 4 u
4 u = 292
1 u = 292 ÷ 4 = 73
Amount that Fabian has at first
= 1 u + 31
= 73 + 31
= $104
(b)
Amount that Albert has at first
= 292 - 104
= $188
Answer(s): (a) $104; (b) $188