Justin had 83 coins more than Asher at first. After Justin had given away 143 of his coins to Daniel, Asher had four times as many coins as Justin. Find the number of coins Justin had at first.
| |
Justin |
Asher |
Comparing between
Justin and Asher |
83 more |
|
| Before |
1 u + 143 |
4 u |
| Change |
- 143 |
|
| After |
1 u |
4 u |
Justin had 83 coins more than Asher at first.
If 83 more marbles is given to Asher at first, both will have the same number of marbles.
4 u + 83 = 1 u + 143
4 u - 1 u = 143 - 83
3 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 3 = 20
Number of coins that Justin has at first
= 1 u + 143
= 20 + 143
= 163
Answer(s): 163
