Tom had 93 beads more than Ian at first. After Tom had given away 189 of his beads to Jenson, Ian had thrice as many beads as Tom. Find the number of beads Tom had at first.
| |
Tom |
Ian |
Comparing between
Tom and Ian |
93 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 189 |
3 u |
| Change |
- 189 |
|
| After |
1 u |
3 u |
Tom had 93 beads more than Ian at first.
If 93 more marbles is given to Ian at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
3 u + 93 = 1 u + 189
3 u - 1 u = 189 - 93
2 u = 96
1 u = 96 ÷ 2 = 48
Number of beads that Tom has at first
= 1 u + 189
= 48 + 189
= 237
Answer(s): 237
