PSLEAt first, Leah had a total of 49 grey and brown balloons. 17 brown balloons burst. She then increased the number of grey balloons by 80%. After that, Leah had a total of 40 balloons. How many brown balloons did she have at first?
|
Grey |
Brown |
Total |
Before |
5 u |
|
49 |
Change |
+ 4 u |
- 17 |
- 9 |
After |
9 u |
|
40 |
80100 =
45Decrease in the number of balloons
= 49 - 40
= 9
4 u = 17 - 9
4 u = 8
1 u = 8 ÷ 4 = 2
Number of grey balloons at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 2
= 10
Number of brown balloons at first
= 49 - 10
= 39
Answer(s): 39