Question

Arthur received $150 for his birthday this year. This was $10 less than half the amount he received last year. How much money did Arthur receive for his birthday last year?

Answer 1

The answer is $320

Explanation:

This year, Arthur received $150 for his birthday, which is $10 less than half the amount he received last year.

So, half of the amount of money he received last year was $150+$10 = $160.

In order to find the money Arthur received last year, this number has to be multiplied by 2.

Arthur received $160*2 = $320 in total.

Answer 2

He received $320

Explanation:

It's $10 less than half of last year so we add 10 to 150 which give 160 *2 (because it was half) and we get $320(the amount he got last year) All, in all this kids parents are losing money.