Jaslyn has some sweets to give to her pupils in her class. It she gives 6 sweets to each pupil, she will have 3 sweets left. It she gives 7 sweets to each pupil, she will need 12 extra sweets.
- How many pupils does Jaslyn have?
- How many sweets does Jaslyn have?
(a)
Total number of extra sweets
= 3 + 12
= 15
Number of extra sweets for each pupil
= 7 - 6
= 1
Number of pupils that Jaslyn has
= 15 ÷ 1
= 15
(b)
Number of sweets that Jaslyn has
= 15 x 6 + 3
= 93
Answer(s): (a) 15; (b) 93