Rael and Reggie have a total of $192. If Reggie gives Rael $11, Rael will have thrice as much money as Reggie. How much money has each of them at first?
- Reggie
- Rael
|
Rael |
Reggie |
Total |
Before |
3 u - $11 |
1 u + $11 |
$192 |
Change |
+ $11 |
- $11 |
|
After |
3 u |
1 u |
$192 |
(a)
Total amount that Rael and Reggie have in the end
= 1 u + 3 u
= 4 u
4 u = 192
1 u = 192 ÷ 4 = 48
Amount that Reggie has at first
= 1 u + 11
= 48 + 11
= $59
(b)
Amount that Rael has at first
= 192 - 59
= $133
Answer(s): (a) $59; (b) $133