Jen had 154 coins. Zane had 27 of what Jen had. After Jen used some of his coins and Zane used 14 of his coins, Jen had 13 as many coins left as Zane.
- How many coins did Zane have at first?
- How many coins did Jen use?
|
Jen |
Zane |
Before |
154 |
44 |
Change |
- ? |
- 11 |
After |
11 |
33 |
(a)
Number of coins that Zane had at first
=
27 x 154
= 44
(b)
Number of coins that Zane used
=
14 x 44
= 11
Number of coins that Zane had left
= 44 - 11
= 33
Number of coins that Jen had left
=
13 x 33
= 11
Number of coins that Jen used
= 154 - 11
= 143
Answer(s): (a) 44; (b) 143