Adam has 140 beads.
Bryan has 30 beads.
- What is the sum of beads?
- How many beads must Adam give to Bryan so both have the same number of beads?
- How many beads must Bryan get from Adam so both have the same number of beads?
(a)
Total sum of beads
= 140 + 30
= 170
(b)
Number of beads that Adam has more than Bryan
= 140 - 30
= 110
For both Adam and Bryan to have the same number of beads, the extra beads must be shared equally.
Number of beads that Adam must give to Bryan
= 110 ÷ 2
= 55
(c)
Number of beads that Bryan must get from Adam
= Number of beads that Adam must give to Bryan
= 55
Answer(s): (a) 170; (b) 55; (c) 55