A fruit stall had 3 times as many chikoos as peaches. After 6 chikoos were added, the number of chikoos became 16 more than the number of peaches. How many peaches were there at the fruit stall at first?
| |
Chikoos |
Peaches |
| Before |
3 u |
1 u |
| Change |
+ 6 |
|
| After |
3 u + 6 |
1 u |
If another 6 peaches are added, the number of chikoos and peaches will be the same.
3 u + 6 = 1 u + 16
3 u - 1 u = 16 - 6
2 u = 10
1 u = 10 ÷ 2 = 5
Number of peaches at the fruit stall at first
= 1 u
= 5
Answer(s): 5
