Justin had $92, Neave had $41 and Paul had twice the total amount of money Justin and Neave had. How much must Paul give to Justin and Neave so that each of them has an equal amount of money?
- Justin
- Neave
(a)
Total amount that Justin and Neave had
= 92 + 41
= $133
Amount that Paul had
= 2 x 133
= $266
Total amount that the 3 boys had
= 133 + 266
= $399
Amount that each of them must have so that each of them has an equal amount of money
= 399 ÷ 3
= $133
Amount that Paul must give to Justin
= 133 - 92
= $41
(b)
Amount that Paul must give to Neave
= 133 - 41
= $92
Answer(s): (a) $41; (b) $92
