Question

Pencils are sold in packages of 5. Explain why you need 6 packages in order to have enough for 27 students

Answer 1

you need 6 boxes because other wise some kids would not get the item inside

Answer 2

5 packets of pencils would only be enough for 25 students because 5×5=25 so to get enough for the remaining 2 students you need to buy an extra packet thus buying 6 packets to be enough for 27 students