Jane has some lollipops to give to her students in her class. It she gives 4 lollipops to each student, she will have 2 lollipops left. It she gives 7 lollipops to each student, she will need 10 extra lollipops.
- How many students does Jane have?
- How many lollipops does Jane have?
(a)
Total number of extra lollipops
= 2 + 10
= 12
Number of extra lollipops for each student
= 7 - 4
= 3
Number of students that Jane has
= 12 ÷ 3
= 4
(b)
Number of lollipops that Jane has
= 4 x 4 + 2
= 18
Answer(s): (a) 4; (b) 18