Question

Select the equation that correctly describes the following real-world situation.

15 pieces of candy are given to s students from a bag of candy containing 310 pieces. There are 10 pieces left over.

A (s x 15) ÷ 10 = 310
B (s + 15) = 310 ÷ 10
C (310 − 10) ÷ 15 = s
D 310 ÷ (s + 15) = 10

Answer 1

Answer is C because (310-10)= 300 then 300/15 will get you s.

Answer 2

Answer: C

Explanation:

The equation that is correct is this one ⇒ (310 − 10) ÷ 15 = s

We know that there are 10 pieces left over, so we can subtract that from our total amount. (310-10)

Then, we know that the rest of the candy was given to s students, hence (310 − 10) ÷ 15 = s.

BONUS -To solve the equation:

(310 − 10) ÷ 15 = s

300 ÷ 15 = s

s=20

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