Vaidev and Paul have a total of $384. If Paul gives Vaidev $46, Vaidev will have thrice as much money as Paul. How much money has each of them at first?
- Paul
- Vaidev
|
Vaidev |
Paul |
Total |
Before |
3 u - $46 |
1 u + $46 |
$384 |
Change |
+ $46 |
- $46 |
|
After |
3 u |
1 u |
$384 |
(a)
Total amount that Vaidev and Paul have in the end
= 1 u + 3 u
= 4 u
4 u = 384
1 u = 384 ÷ 4 = 96
Amount that Paul has at first
= 1 u + 46
= 96 + 46
= $142
(b)
Amount that Vaidev has at first
= 384 - 142
= $242
Answer(s): (a) $142; (b) $242