Charlie and Ivan went shopping with a total amount of $264. They had $220 left after shopping. Charlie's remaining money was 4 times the amount he paid for. Ivan's remaining money was 6 times the amount he had spent.
- How much did Ivan spend?
- How much did Ivan bring along for shopping?
|
Charlie |
Ivan |
Total |
Before |
5 u |
7 p |
264 |
Change |
- 1 u |
- 1 p |
- 44 |
After |
4 u |
6 p |
220 |
(a)
Amount that Charlie and Ivan spent
= 264 - 220
= $44
Amount that Charlie and Ivan spent
= 1 u + 1 p
1 u + 1 p = 44
1 u = 44 - 1 p --- (1)
Amount that Charlie and Ivan had left
= 4 u + 6 p
4 u + 6 p = 220
4 u = 220 - 6 p --- (2)
Make u the same.
(1)
x 4 4 u = 176 - 4 p --- (3)
(3) = (2)
176 - 4 p = 220 - 6 p
6 p - 4 p = 220 - 176
2 p = 44
1 p = 44 ÷ 2 = 22
Amount that Ivan spent = $22
(b)
Amount that Ivan brought along
= 7 p
= 7 x 22
= $154
Answer(s): (a) $22; (b) $154