Ratio and proportion word problems-10pts best answer

8.) A sum money was shared between Alvin, Zachary and Philip in the ratio 2:5:3 respectively. After Zachary spent 20% of his money, he had $196 less than the total amount of money that Alvin and Philip had. What was the total amount of money the three boys had in the beginning?

Alvin has 2x, Zachary has 5x, and Philip has 3x money

Since Zachary spend 20% of his money, there is 80% left
5x(0.80)) = 3x + 2x - 196
4x = 5x -196
x = 196
Total money:
2x = 392
5x = 980
3x = 588

TOTAL: $ 1960

Alvin has 2x, Zachary has 5x, and Philip has 3x moneys.
5x(1 - .2) = 3x + 2x - 196
4x = 5x - 196
x = 196
Total money:
2x + 5x + 3x = 10x

$1960