Rael had 87 coins more than Luke at first. After Rael had given away 135 of his coins to Jenson, Luke had thrice as many coins as Rael. Find the number of coins Rael had at first.
|
Rael |
Luke |
Comparing between Rael and Luke |
87 more |
|
Before |
1 u + 135 |
3 u |
Change |
- 135 |
|
After |
1 u |
3 u |
Rael had 87 coins more than Luke at first.
If 87 more marbles is given to Luke at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 87 = 1 u + 135
3 u - 1 u = 135 - 87
2 u = 48
1 u = 48 ÷ 2 = 24
Number of coins that Rael has at first
= 1 u + 135
= 24 + 135
= 159
Answer(s): 159