Xylia has some sweets to give to her students in her class. It she gives 6 sweets to each student, she will have 4 sweets left. It she gives 8 sweets to each student, she will need 16 extra sweets.
- How many students does Xylia have?
- How many sweets does Xylia have?
(a)
Total number of extra sweets
= 4 + 16
= 20
Number of extra sweets for each student
= 8 - 6
= 2
Number of students that Xylia has
= 20 ÷ 2
= 10
(b)
Number of sweets that Xylia has
= 10 x 6 + 4
= 64
Answer(s): (a) 10; (b) 64