There were 95 more jumpsuits than vests in a shop. After 62 jumpsuits and 20% of the vests were sold, there were an equal number of jumpsuits and vests left. How many vests were there in the shop at first?
|
Vests |
Jumpsuits |
Before |
5 u |
4 u + 62 |
Change |
- 1 u |
- 62 |
After |
4 u |
4 u |
20% =
20100 =
15There were 95 more jumpsuits than vests at first. If another 95 vests were added at first, the number of vests and jumpsuits would be the same.
5 u + 95 = 4 u + 62
5 u - 4 u = 62 - 95
1 u = -33
1 u = -33 ÷ 1 = -33
Number of vests in the shop at first
= 5 u
= 5 x -33
= -165
Answer(s): -165