Paul and Nick share a bunch of chikoos in the ratio 7 : 4. If Paul gives Nick 30 chikoos from his share, they will have the same number of chikoos. How many chikoos does Paul have at first?
| |
Paul |
Nick |
| Before |
7 u |
4 u |
| Change |
- 30 |
+ 30 |
| After |
7 u - 30 |
4 u + 30 |
If Paul gives Nick 30 chikoos from his share, they will have the same number of chikoos.
7 u - 30 = 4 u + 30
7 u - 4 u = 30 + 30
3 u = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 3 = 20
Number of chikoos that Paul has
= 7 u
= 7 x 20
= 140
Answer(s): 140
