George and Howard share a bunch of starfruits in the ratio 5 : 3. If George gives Howard 17 starfruits from his share, they will have the same number of starfruits. How many starfruits does George have at first?
| |
George |
Howard |
| Before |
5 u |
3 u |
| Change |
- 17 |
+ 17 |
| After |
5 u - 17 |
3 u + 17 |
If George gives Howard 17 starfruits from his share, they will have the same number of starfruits.
5 u - 17 = 3 u + 17
5 u - 3 u = 17 + 17
2 u = 34
1 u = 34 ÷ 2 = 17
Number of starfruits that George has
= 5 u
= 5 x 17
= 85
Answer(s): 85
