Justin and Nicole share some beads.
27 of Justin's beads is equal to
29 of Nicole's beads. Given that Nicole has 12 beads more than Justin, how many beads do they have altogether?
27 of Justin's beads = 29 of Nicole's beads
Number of Justin's beads = 7 u
Number of Nicole's beads = 9 u
Number of beads that Nicole has more than Justin
= 9 u - 7 u
= 2 u
2 u = 12
1 u = 12 ÷ 2 = 6
Total number of beads
= 7 u + 9 u
= 16 u
= 16 x 6
= 96
Answer(s): 96
