Fred had 88 cards more than Michael at first. After Fred had given away 187 of his cards to Ian, Michael had four times as many cards as Fred. Find the number of cards Fred had at first.
| |
Fred |
Michael |
Comparing between
Fred and Michael |
88 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 187 |
4 u |
| Change |
- 187 |
|
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Fred had 88 cards more than Michael at first.
If 88 more marbles is given to Michael at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
4 u + 88 = 1 u + 187
4 u - 1 u = 187 - 88
3 u = 99
1 u = 99 ÷ 3 = 33
Number of cards that Fred has at first
= 1 u + 187
= 33 + 187
= 220
Answer(s): 220
