PSLEAt first, Leah had a total of 39 pink and blue balloons. 18 blue balloons burst. She then increased the number of pink balloons by 75%. After that, Leah had a total of 27 balloons. How many blue balloons did she have at first?
|
Pink |
Blue |
Total |
Before |
4 u |
|
39 |
Change |
+ 3 u |
- 18 |
- 12 |
After |
7 u |
|
27 |
75100 =
34Decrease in the number of balloons
= 39 - 27
= 12
3 u = 18 - 12
3 u = 6
1 u = 6 ÷ 3 = 2
Number of pink balloons at first
= 4 u
= 4 x 2
= 8
Number of blue balloons at first
= 39 - 8
= 31
Answer(s): 31