PSLEAt first, Leah had a total of 61 green and gold balloons. 14 gold balloons burst. She then increased the number of green balloons by 80%. After that, Leah had a total of 59 balloons. How many gold balloons did she have at first?
|
Green |
Gold |
Total |
Before |
5 u |
|
61 |
Change |
+ 4 u |
- 14 |
- 2 |
After |
9 u |
|
59 |
80100 =
45Decrease in the number of balloons
= 61 - 59
= 2
4 u = 14 - 2
4 u = 12
1 u = 12 ÷ 4 = 3
Number of green balloons at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 3
= 15
Number of gold balloons at first
= 61 - 15
= 46
Answer(s): 46