Vincent had 92 cards more than Pierre at first. After Vincent had given away 144 of his cards to Flynn, Pierre had thrice as many cards as Vincent. Find the number of cards Vincent had at first.
| |
Vincent |
Pierre |
Comparing between
Vincent and Pierre |
92 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 144 |
3 u |
| Change |
- 144 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Vincent had 92 cards more than Pierre at first.
If 92 more marbles is given to Pierre at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 92 = 1 u + 144
3 u - 1 u = 144 - 92
2 u = 52
1 u = 52 ÷ 2 = 26
Number of cards that Vincent has at first
= 1 u + 144
= 26 + 144
= 170
Answer(s): 170
