Jane and Seth had the same amount of money at first. After Jane spent $170 on a wallet and Seth received $55 from his father, Seth had 4 times as much as money as Jane. How much money did Jane have at first?
| |
Jane |
Seth |
| Before |
1 u + $170 |
4 u - $55 |
| Change |
- $170 |
+ $55 |
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Jane and Seth had the same amount of money at first.
4 u - 55 = 1 u + 170
4 u - 1 u = 170 + 55
3 u = 225
1 u = 225 ÷ 3 = 75
Amount that Jane had at first
= 1 u + 170
= 75 + 170
= $245
Answer(s): $245
