Yesterday, Reggie had 36 more coins than Glen. Today, Reggie gave Glen
35 of his coins. As a result, he has half as many coins as Glen now. How many coins did Reggie have yesterday?
| |
Reggie |
Glen |
More |
| Before |
5 u |
1 u |
4 u |
| Change |
- 3 u |
+ 3 u |
|
| After |
2 u |
4 u |
|
Comparing Reggie and
Glen in the end |
1
|
2
|
|
Number of coins that Glen has now
= 2 x 2 u
= 4 u
Number of coins that Reggie had more than Glen yesterday
= 5 u - 1 u
= 4 u
4 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 4 = 9
Number of coins that Reggie had yesterday
= 5 u
= 5 x 9
= 45
Answer(s): 45
