Ahmad had $5.60 less than Henry. After Ahmad gave $1.60 to Henry, Henry would have thrice as much money as Ahmad. How much money had Henry at first?
| |
Henry |
Ahmad |
| Before |
3 u - $1.60 |
1 u + $1.60 |
| Change |
+ $1.60 |
- $1.60 |
| After |
3 u |
1 u |
Ahmad had $5.60 less than Henry. If another $5.60 was given to Ahmad, Henry and Ahmad would have the same amount at first.
3 u - 1.60 = 1 u + 1.60 + 5.60
3 u - 1 u = 1.60 + 5.60 + 1.60
2 u = 8.80
1 u = 8.80 ÷ 2 = 4.40
Amount that Henry had at first
= 3 u - 1.60
= 3 x 4.40 + 1.60
= 13.20 + 1.60
= $14.80
Answer(s): $14.80
