Xavier and Oliver went shopping with the same amount of money. After Xavier spent $133 and Oliver spent $85, Oliver had five times as much money left as Xavier. How much money did each of them bring along for shopping?
| |
Xavier |
Oliver |
| Before |
1 u + $133 |
5 u + $85 |
| Change |
- $133 |
- $85 |
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Xavier and Oliver brought the same amount for shopping at first.
5 u + 85 = 1 u + 133
5 u - 1 u = 133 - 85
4 u = 48
1 u = 48 ÷ 4 = 12
Amount that each of them brought along for shopping
= 1 u + 133
= 12 + 133
= $145
Answer(s): $145
