Henry had $2.60 less than Brandon. After Henry gave $1.50 to Brandon, Brandon would have thrice as much money as Henry. How much money had Brandon at first?
| |
Brandon |
Henry |
| Before |
3 u - $1.50 |
1 u + $1.50 |
| Change |
+ $1.50 |
- $1.50 |
| After |
3 u |
1 u |
Henry had $2.60 less than Brandon. If another $2.60 was given to Henry, Brandon and Henry would have the same amount at first.
3 u - 1.50 = 1 u + 1.50 + 2.60
3 u - 1 u = 1.50 + 2.60 + 1.50
2 u = 5.60
1 u = 5.60 ÷ 2 = 2.80
Amount that Brandon had at first
= 3 u - 1.50
= 3 x 2.80 + 1.50
= 8.40 + 1.50
= $9.90
Answer(s): $9.90
