There are 260 passengers in Train W. There are thrice as many passengers in Train X as in Train W. There are half as many passengers in Train Y as in Train X.
- How many passengers are there in Train X?
- How many passengers are there in the 3 trains altogether?
(a)
Number of passengers in Train X
= 3 x 260
= 780
(b)
Number of passengers in Train Y
= 780 ÷ 2
= 390
Total number of passengers
= 390 + 260 + 780
= 1430
Answer(s): (a) 780; (b) 1430