Roshel and Fred had the same amount of money at first. After Roshel spent $56 on a wallet and Fred received $78 from his uncle, Fred had 3 times as much as money as Roshel. How much money did Roshel have at first?
| |
Roshel |
Fred |
| Before |
1 u + $56 |
3 u - $78 |
| Change |
- $56 |
+ $78 |
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Roshel and Fred had the same amount of money at first.
3 u - 78 = 1 u + 56
3 u - 1 u = 56 + 78
2 u = 134
1 u = 134 ÷ 2 = 67
Amount that Roshel had at first
= 1 u + 56
= 67 + 56
= $123
Answer(s): $123
