Erika and Vaidev had the same amount of money at first. After Erika spent $248 on a wallet and Vaidev received $46 from his uncle, Vaidev had 4 times as much as money as Erika. How much money did Erika have at first?
| |
Erika |
Vaidev |
| Before |
1 u + $248 |
4 u - $46 |
| Change |
- $248 |
+ $46 |
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Erika and Vaidev had the same amount of money at first.
4 u - 46 = 1 u + 248
4 u - 1 u = 248 + 46
3 u = 294
1 u = 294 ÷ 3 = 98
Amount that Erika had at first
= 1 u + 248
= 98 + 248
= $346
Answer(s): $346
