Hilda had 288 beads. Andy had 59 of what Hilda had. After Hilda used some of his beads and Andy used 14 of his beads, Hilda had 34 as many beads left as Andy.
- How many beads did Andy have at first?
- How many beads did Hilda use?
|
Hilda |
Andy |
Before |
288 |
160 |
Change |
- ? |
- 40 |
After |
90 |
120 |
(a)
Number of beads that Andy had at first
=
59 x 288
= 160
(b)
Number of beads that Andy used
=
14 x 160
= 40
Number of beads that Andy had left
= 160 - 40
= 120
Number of beads that Hilda had left
=
34 x 120
= 90
Number of beads that Hilda used
= 288 - 90
= 198
Answer(s): (a) 160; (b) 198