PSLEAt first, Leah had a total of 47 yellow and black balloons. 20 black balloons burst. She then increased the number of yellow balloons by 80%. After that, Leah had a total of 35 balloons. How many black balloons did she have at first?
|
Yellow |
Black |
Total |
Before |
5 u |
|
47 |
Change |
+ 4 u |
- 20 |
- 12 |
After |
9 u |
|
35 |
80100 =
45Decrease in the number of balloons
= 47 - 35
= 12
4 u = 20 - 12
4 u = 8
1 u = 8 ÷ 4 = 2
Number of yellow balloons at first
= 5 u
= 5 x 2
= 10
Number of black balloons at first
= 47 - 10
= 37
Answer(s): 37