Xylia and Simon had the same amount of money at first. After Xylia spent $146 on a wallet and Simon received $26 from his aunt, Simon had 5 times as much as money as Xylia. How much money did Xylia have at first?
| |
Xylia |
Simon |
| Before |
1 u + $146 |
5 u - $26 |
| Change |
- $146 |
+ $26 |
| After |
1 u |
5 u |
Xylia and Simon had the same amount of money at first.
5 u - 26 = 1 u + 146
5 u - 1 u = 146 + 26
4 u = 172
1 u = 172 ÷ 4 = 43
Amount that Xylia had at first
= 1 u + 146
= 43 + 146
= $189
Answer(s): $189
