Question

Jonathon purchased 120 pieces of candy for the Easter Egg Hunt. He gives 2 pieces
to each of his friends. When he finishes handing out candy, he still has 30 pieces left.
How many friends did he give his candy to?

Answer 1

ANSWER : 45

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Steps :

1) Based on the given conditions, formulate:

(120 - 30) ÷ 2

2) Calculate

120 -30
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2

3) simplify

90
—- -> 90 ÷ 2
2

= 45