Gabriel and Perry share a bunch of lemons in the ratio 5 : 2. If Gabriel gives Perry 15 lemons from his share, they will have the same number of lemons. How many lemons does Gabriel have at first?
| |
Gabriel |
Perry |
| Before |
5 u |
2 u |
| Change |
- 15 |
+ 15 |
| After |
5 u - 15 |
2 u + 15 |
If Gabriel gives Perry 15 lemons from his share, they will have the same number of lemons.
5 u - 15 = 2 u + 15
5 u - 2 u = 15 + 15
3 u = 30
1 u = 30 ÷ 3 = 10
Number of lemons that Gabriel has
= 5 u
= 5 x 10
= 50
Answer(s): 50
