PSLEAt first, Leah had a total of 90 gold and black balloons. 16 black balloons burst. She then increased the number of gold balloons by 80%. After that, Leah had a total of 110 balloons. How many black balloons did she have at first?
|
Gold |
Black |
Total |
Before |
5 u |
|
90 |
Change |
+ 4 u |
- 16 |
+ 20 |
After |
9 u |
|
110 |
80100 =
45Increase in the number of balloons
= 110 - 90
= 20
4 u = 20 + 16
4 u = 36
1 u = 36 ÷ 4 = 9
Number of gold balloons at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 9
= 45
Number of black balloons at first
= 90 - 45
= 45
Answer(s): 45