Rachel has some sweets to give to her pupils in her class. It she gives 4 sweets to each pupil, she will have 2 sweets left. It she gives 7 sweets to each pupil, she will need 16 extra sweets.
- How many pupils does Rachel have?
- How many sweets does Rachel have?
(a)
Total number of extra sweets
= 2 + 16
= 18
Number of extra sweets for each pupil
= 7 - 4
= 3
Number of pupils that Rachel has
= 18 ÷ 3
= 6
(b)
Number of sweets that Rachel has
= 6 x 4 + 2
= 26
Answer(s): (a) 6; (b) 26