Vincent and Jack share a bunch of lemons in the ratio 5 : 3. If Vincent gives Jack 11 lemons from his share, they will have the same number of lemons. How many lemons does Vincent have at first?
| |
Vincent |
Jack |
| Before |
5 u |
3 u |
| Change |
- 11 |
+ 11 |
| After |
5 u - 11 |
3 u + 11 |
If Vincent gives Jack 11 lemons from his share, they will have the same number of lemons.
5 u - 11 = 3 u + 11
5 u - 3 u = 11 + 11
2 u = 22
1 u = 22 ÷ 2 = 11
Number of lemons that Vincent has
= 5 u
= 5 x 11
= 55
Answer(s): 55
