There were 55 more jumpsuits than jackets in a shop. After 95 jumpsuits and 40% of the jackets were sold, there were an equal number of jumpsuits and jackets left. How many jackets were there in the shop at first?
| |
Jackets |
Jumpsuits |
| Before |
5 u |
3 u + 95 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 95 |
| After |
3 u |
3 u |
40% =
40100 =
25There were 55 more jumpsuits than jackets at first. If another 55 jackets were added at first, the number of jackets and jumpsuits would be the same.
5 u + 55 = 3 u + 95
5 u - 3 u = 95 - 55
2 u = 40
1 u = 40 ÷ 2 = 20
Number of jackets in the shop at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 20
= 100
Answer(s): 100
