Gabby had 240 coins. Paul had 13 of what Gabby had. After Gabby used some of his coins and Paul used 110 of his coins, Gabby had 23 as many coins left as Paul.
- How many coins did Paul have at first?
- How many coins did Gabby use?
| |
Gabby |
Paul |
| Before |
240 |
80 |
| Change |
- ? |
- 8 |
| After |
48 |
72 |
(a)
Number of coins that Paul had at first
=
13 x 240
= 80
(b)
Number of coins that Paul used
=
110 x 80
= 8
Number of coins that Paul had left
= 80 - 8
= 72
Number of coins that Gabby had left
=
23 x 72
= 48
Number of coins that Gabby used
= 240 - 48
= 192
Answer(s): (a) 80; (b) 192
