Peter had 110 stickers more than Zane at first. After Peter had given away 132 of his stickers to Lee, Zane had thrice as many stickers as Peter. Find the number of stickers Peter had at first.
| |
Peter |
Zane |
Comparing between
Peter and Zane |
110 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 132 |
3 u |
| Change |
- 132 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Peter had 110 stickers more than Zane at first.
If 110 more marbles is given to Zane at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 110 = 1 u + 132
3 u - 1 u = 132 - 110
2 u = 22
1 u = 22 ÷ 2 = 11
Number of stickers that Peter has at first
= 1 u + 132
= 11 + 132
= 143
Answer(s): 143
