Nora has some sweets to give to her students in her class. It she gives 4 sweets to each student, she will have 2 sweets left. It she gives 8 sweets to each student, she will need 18 extra sweets.
- How many students does Nora have?
- How many sweets does Nora have?
(a)
Total number of extra sweets
= 2 + 18
= 20
Number of extra sweets for each student
= 8 - 4
= 4
Number of students that Nora has
= 20 ÷ 4
= 5
(b)
Number of sweets that Nora has
= 5 x 4 + 2
= 22
Answer(s): (a) 5; (b) 22