Linda and Wesley had the same amount of money at first. After Linda spent $44 on a wallet and Wesley received $54 from his uncle, Wesley had 3 times as much as money as Linda. How much money did Linda have at first?
| |
Linda |
Wesley |
| Before |
1 u + $44 |
3 u - $54 |
| Change |
- $44 |
+ $54 |
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Linda and Wesley had the same amount of money at first.
3 u - 54 = 1 u + 44
3 u - 1 u = 44 + 54
2 u = 98
1 u = 98 ÷ 2 = 49
Amount that Linda had at first
= 1 u + 44
= 49 + 44
= $93
Answer(s): $93
