Wesley had $75.20 more than Paul. After Paul had spent
47 of his money, Wesley had $148.40 more than Paul. How much money did Wesley have at first?
|
Wesley |
Paul |
More |
Before |
7 u + $75.20 |
7 u |
$75.20 |
Change |
|
- 4 u |
|
After |
7 u + $75.20 |
3 u |
4 u + $75.20 |
Wesley had $148.40 more than Paul in the end.
7 u + 75.20 - 3 u = 148.40
4 u + 75.20 = 148.40
4 u = 148.40 - 75.20
4 u = 73.20
1 u = 73.20 ÷ 4 = 18.30
Amount that Wesley had at first
= 7 u + 75.20
= 7 x 18.30 + 75.20
= 128.10 + 75.20
= $203.30
Answer(s): $203.30