Jenson had 4 times as many books as Simon. After Jenson and Simon donated 58 books and 16 books away respectively, they were left with an equal number of books. How many books did Jenson have at first?
| |
Jenson |
Simon |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
- 58 |
- 16 |
| After |
4 u - 58 |
1 u - 16 |
Jenson and Simon had the same number of books left.
4 u - 58 = 1 u - 16
4 u - 1 u = 58 - 16
3 u = 42
1 u = 42 ÷ 3 = 14
Number of books that Jenson had at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 14
= 56
Answer(s): 56
