Cody had $49.70 more than Bryan. After Bryan had spent
35 of his money, Cody had $66.20 more than Bryan. How much money did Cody have at first?
|
Cody |
Bryan |
More |
Before |
5 u + $49.70 |
5 u |
$49.70 |
Change |
|
- 3 u |
|
After |
5 u + $49.70 |
2 u |
3 u + $49.70 |
Cody had $66.20 more than Bryan in the end.
5 u + 49.70 - 2 u = 66.20
3 u + 49.70 = 66.20
3 u = 66.20 - 49.70
3 u = 16.50
1 u = 16.50 ÷ 3 = 5.50
Amount that Cody had at first
= 5 u + 49.70
= 5 x 5.50 + 49.70
= 27.50 + 49.70
= $77.20
Answer(s): $77.20