Question

Willie had some candy to give to his five
children. He first took nine pieces for
himself and then evenly divided the rest
among his children. Each child received
three pieces. With how many pieces did
he start?

Answer 1

Answer he had 24 pieces

Step-by-step explanation: 5 children had 3 each 5 x 3 = 15

and 9 for him self 15+9=24