Seth and Simon share a bunch of oranges in the ratio 10 : 3. If Seth gives Simon 35 oranges from his share, they will have the same number of oranges. How many oranges does Seth have at first?
| |
Seth |
Simon |
| Before |
10 u |
3 u |
| Change |
- 35 |
+ 35 |
| After |
10 u - 35 |
3 u + 35 |
If Seth gives Simon 35 oranges from his share, they will have the same number of oranges.
10 u - 35 = 3 u + 35
10 u - 3 u = 35 + 35
7 u = 70
1 u = 70 ÷ 7 = 10
Number of oranges that Seth has
= 10 u
= 10 x 10
= 100
Answer(s): 100
