Kathy has some lollipops to give to her students in her class. It she gives 6 lollipops to each student, she will have 2 lollipops left. It she gives 9 lollipops to each student, she will need 13 extra lollipops.
- How many students does Kathy have?
- How many lollipops does Kathy have?
(a)
Total number of extra lollipops
= 2 + 13
= 15
Number of extra lollipops for each student
= 9 - 6
= 3
Number of students that Kathy has
= 15 ÷ 3
= 5
(b)
Number of lollipops that Kathy has
= 5 x 6 + 2
= 32
Answer(s): (a) 5; (b) 32