Julian had $68.80 more than Brandon. After Brandon had spent
78 of his money, Julian had $179.40 more than Brandon. How much money did Julian have at first?
|
Julian |
Brandon |
More |
Before |
8 u + $68.80 |
8 u |
$68.80 |
Change |
|
- 7 u |
|
After |
8 u + $68.80 |
1 u |
7 u + $68.80 |
Julian had $179.40 more than Brandon in the end.
8 u + 68.80 - 1 u = 179.40
7 u + 68.80 = 179.40
7 u = 179.40 - 68.80
7 u = 110.60
1 u = 110.60 ÷ 7 = 15.80
Amount that Julian had at first
= 8 u + 68.80
= 8 x 15.80 + 68.80
= 126.40 + 68.80
= $195.20
Answer(s): $195.20