Charlie had 114 beads more than Ken at first. After Charlie had given away 132 of his beads to George, Ken had thrice as many beads as Charlie. Find the number of beads Charlie had at first.
| |
Charlie |
Ken |
Comparing between
Charlie and Ken |
114 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 132 |
3 u |
| Change |
- 132 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Charlie had 114 beads more than Ken at first.
If 114 more marbles is given to Ken at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 114 = 1 u + 132
3 u - 1 u = 132 - 114
2 u = 18
1 u = 18 ÷ 2 = 9
Number of beads that Charlie has at first
= 1 u + 132
= 9 + 132
= 141
Answer(s): 141
