PSLEAt first, Leah had a total of 68 purple and grey balloons. 12 grey balloons burst. She then increased the number of purple balloons by 70%. After that, Leah had a total of 70 balloons. How many grey balloons did she have at first?
|
Purple |
Grey |
Total |
Before |
10 u |
|
68 |
Change |
+ 7 u |
- 12 |
+ 2 |
After |
17 u |
|
70 |
70100 =
710Increase in the number of balloons
= 70 - 68
= 2
7 u = 2 + 12
7 u = 14
1 u = 14 ÷ 7 = 2
Number of purple balloons at first
= 10 u
= 10 x 2
= 20
Number of grey balloons at first
= 68 - 20
= 48
Answer(s): 48