Ben had $59.70 more than Will. After Will had spent
34 of his money, Ben had $81.90 more than Will. How much money did Ben have at first?
| |
Ben |
Will |
More |
| Before |
4 u + $59.70 |
4 u |
$59.70 |
| Change |
|
- 3 u |
|
| After |
4 u + $59.70 |
1 u |
3 u + $59.70 |
Ben had $81.90 more than Will in the end.
4 u + 59.70 - 1 u = 81.90
3 u + 59.70 = 81.90
3 u = 81.90 - 59.70
3 u = 22.20
1 u = 22.20 ÷ 3 = 7.40
Amount that Ben had at first
= 4 u + 59.70
= 4 x 7.40 + 59.70
= 29.60 + 59.70
= $89.30
Answer(s): $89.30
