There were 86 pomegranates and chikoos in a stall at first. After
14 of the pomegranates and
12 of the chikoos were sold, there were a total of 59 pomegranates and chikoos now. How many pomegranates are there now?
| |
Pomegranates |
Chikoos |
Total |
| Before |
4 u |
2 p |
86 |
| Change |
- 1 u |
- 1 p |
- 27 |
| After |
3 u |
1 p |
59 |
Total number of pomegranates and chikoos sold
= 86 - 59
= 27
3 u + 1 p = 59
1 p = 59 - 3 u --- (1)
1 u + 1 p = 27
1 p = 27 - 1 u --- (2)
(2) = (1)
27 - 1 u = 59 - 3 u
3 u - 1 u = 59 - 27
2 u = 32
1 u = 32 ÷ 2 = 16
Number of pomegranates now
= 3 u
= 3 x 16
= 48
Answer(s): 48
