The ratio of mangosteens to pomegranates is 3 : 7. If 24 pomegranates are added, the ratio of mangosteens to pomegranates will be 3 : 11. How many less mangosteens than pomegranates are there in the end?
| |
Mangosteens |
Pomegranates |
| Before |
3 u |
7 u |
| Change |
|
+ 24 |
| After |
3 u |
11 u |
The number of mangosteens at first and in the end remains unchanged.
Number of pomegranates added
= 11 u - 7 u
= 4 u
4 u = 24
1 u = 24 ÷ 4 = 6
Number of less mangosteens than pomegranates in the end
= 11 u - 3 u
= 8 u
= 8 x 6
= 48
Answer(s): 48
