Yesterday, Asher had 60 more marbles than Ryan. Today, Asher gave Ryan
47 of his marbles. As a result, he has half as many marbles as Ryan now. How many marbles did Asher have yesterday?
|
Asher |
Ryan |
More |
Before |
7 u |
2 u |
5 u |
Change |
- 4 u |
+ 4 u |
|
After |
3 u |
6 u |
|
Comparing Asher and Ryan in the end |
1
|
2
|
|
Number of marbles that Ryan has now
= 2 x 3 u
= 6 u
Number of marbles that Asher had more than Ryan yesterday
= 7 u - 2 u
= 5 u
5 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 5 = 12
Number of marbles that Asher had yesterday
= 7 u
= 7 x 12
= 84
Answer(s): 84