Lee had $1.60 less than Asher. After Lee gave $3.30 to Asher, Asher would have thrice as much money as Lee. How much money had Asher at first?
| |
Asher |
Lee |
| Before |
3 u - $3.30 |
1 u + $3.30 |
| Change |
+ $3.30 |
- $3.30 |
| After |
3 u |
1 u |
Lee had $1.60 less than Asher. If another $1.60 was given to Lee, Asher and Lee would have the same amount at first.
3 u - 3.30 = 1 u + 3.30 + 1.60
3 u - 1 u = 3.30 + 1.60 + 3.30
2 u = 8.20
1 u = 8.20 ÷ 2 = 4.10
Amount that Asher had at first
= 3 u - 3.30
= 3 x 4.10 + 3.30
= 12.30 + 3.30
= $15.60
Answer(s): $15.60
