Bryan had $54.50 more than Asher. After Asher had spent
78 of his money, Bryan had $188.90 more than Asher. How much money did Bryan have at first?
|
Bryan |
Asher |
More |
Before |
8 u + $54.50 |
8 u |
$54.50 |
Change |
|
- 7 u |
|
After |
8 u + $54.50 |
1 u |
7 u + $54.50 |
Bryan had $188.90 more than Asher in the end.
8 u + 54.50 - 1 u = 188.90
7 u + 54.50 = 188.90
7 u = 188.90 - 54.50
7 u = 134.40
1 u = 134.40 ÷ 7 = 19.20
Amount that Bryan had at first
= 8 u + 54.50
= 8 x 19.20 + 54.50
= 153.60 + 54.50
= $208.10
Answer(s): $208.10