Emily and Billy had the same amount of money at first. After Emily spent $70 on a wallet and Billy received $46 from his uncle, Billy had 5 times as much as money as Emily. How much money did Emily have at first?
| |
Emily |
Billy |
| Before |
1 u + $70 |
5 u - $46 |
| Change |
- $70 |
+ $46 |
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Emily and Billy had the same amount of money at first.
5 u - 46 = 1 u + 70
5 u - 1 u = 70 + 46
4 u = 116
1 u = 116 ÷ 4 = 29
Amount that Emily had at first
= 1 u + 70
= 29 + 70
= $99
Answer(s): $99
