Linda and Fred had the same amount of money at first. After Linda spent $280 on a wallet and Fred received $28 from his father, Fred had 5 times as much as money as Linda. How much money did Linda have at first?
|
Linda |
Fred |
Before |
1 u + $280 |
5 u - $28 |
Change |
- $280 |
+ $28 |
After |
1 u |
5 u |
Linda and Fred had the same amount of money at first.
5 u - 28 = 1 u + 280
5 u - 1 u = 280 + 28
4 u = 308
1 u = 308 ÷ 4 = 77
Amount that Linda had at first
= 1 u + 280
= 77 + 280
= $357
Answer(s): $357