There were 84 more jumpsuits than coats in a shop. After 94 jumpsuits and 40% of the coats were sold, there were an equal number of jumpsuits and coats left. How many coats were there in the shop at first?
|
Coats |
Jumpsuits |
Before |
5 u |
3 u + 94 |
Change |
- 2 u |
- 94 |
After |
3 u |
3 u |
40% =
40100 =
25There were 84 more jumpsuits than coats at first. If another 84 coats were added at first, the number of coats and jumpsuits would be the same.
5 u + 84 = 3 u + 94
5 u - 3 u = 94 - 84
2 u = 10
1 u = 10 ÷ 2 = 5
Number of coats in the shop at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 5
= 25
Answer(s): 25