Lee had $43.70 more than Will. After Will had spent
27 of his money, Lee had $62.90 more than Will. How much money did Lee have at first?
|
Lee |
Will |
More |
Before |
7 u + $43.70 |
7 u |
$43.70 |
Change |
|
- 2 u |
|
After |
7 u + $43.70 |
5 u |
2 u + $43.70 |
Lee had $62.90 more than Will in the end.
7 u + 43.70 - 5 u = 62.90
2 u + 43.70 = 62.90
2 u = 62.90 - 43.70
2 u = 19.20
1 u = 19.20 ÷ 2 = 9.60
Amount that Lee had at first
= 7 u + 43.70
= 7 x 9.60 + 43.70
= 67.20 + 43.70
= $110.90
Answer(s): $110.90