A fruit stall had 4 times as many pomegranates as peaches. After 4 pomegranates were added, the number of pomegranates became 19 more than the number of peaches. How many peaches were there at the fruit stall at first?
| |
Pomegranates |
Peaches |
| Before |
4 u |
1 u |
| Change |
+ 4 |
|
| After |
4 u + 4 |
1 u |
If another 4 peaches are added, the number of pomegranates and peaches will be the same.
4 u + 4 = 1 u + 19
4 u - 1 u = 19 - 4
3 u = 15
1 u = 15 ÷ 3 = 5
Number of peaches at the fruit stall at first
= 1 u
= 5
Answer(s): 5
