Kimberly has some lollipops to give to her students in her class. It she gives 6 lollipops to each student, she will have 3 lollipops left. It she gives 7 lollipops to each student, she will need 10 extra lollipops.
- How many students does Kimberly have?
- How many lollipops does Kimberly have?
(a)
Total number of extra lollipops
= 3 + 10
= 13
Number of extra lollipops for each student
= 7 - 6
= 1
Number of students that Kimberly has
= 13 ÷ 1
= 13
(b)
Number of lollipops that Kimberly has
= 13 x 6 + 3
= 81
Answer(s): (a) 13; (b) 81