Asher and Lee have a total of $252. If Lee gives Asher $22, Asher will have thrice as much money as Lee. How much money has each of them at first?
- Lee
- Asher
|
Asher |
Lee |
Total |
Before |
3 u - $22 |
1 u + $22 |
$252 |
Change |
+ $22 |
- $22 |
|
After |
3 u |
1 u |
$252 |
(a)
Total amount that Asher and Lee have in the end
= 1 u + 3 u
= 4 u
4 u = 252
1 u = 252 ÷ 4 = 63
Amount that Lee has at first
= 1 u + 22
= 63 + 22
= $85
(b)
Amount that Asher has at first
= 252 - 85
= $167
Answer(s): (a) $85; (b) $167