Caden had 118 marbles more than Julian at first. After Caden had given away 150 of his marbles to Simon, Julian had thrice as many marbles as Caden. Find the number of marbles Caden had at first.
| |
Caden |
Julian |
Comparing between
Caden and Julian |
118 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 150 |
3 u |
| Change |
- 150 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Caden had 118 marbles more than Julian at first.
If 118 more marbles is given to Julian at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 118 = 1 u + 150
3 u - 1 u = 150 - 118
2 u = 32
1 u = 32 ÷ 2 = 16
Number of marbles that Caden has at first
= 1 u + 150
= 16 + 150
= 166
Answer(s): 166
