Caden had 96 coins more than Gabriel at first. After Caden had given away 196 of his coins to Valen, Gabriel had thrice as many coins as Caden. Find the number of coins Caden had at first.
| |
Caden |
Gabriel |
Comparing between
Caden and Gabriel |
96 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 196 |
3 u |
| Change |
- 196 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Caden had 96 coins more than Gabriel at first.
If 96 more marbles is given to Gabriel at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 96 = 1 u + 196
3 u - 1 u = 196 - 96
2 u = 100
1 u = 100 ÷ 2 = 50
Number of coins that Caden has at first
= 1 u + 196
= 50 + 196
= 246
Answer(s): 246
