Question

There are 144 leaves on a tree outside of school. Each week the tree loses 8 leaves. How many leaves will be remaining on the tree after 6 weeks

Answer 1

96

Explanation:

Day 1: 144-8= 136

Day 2: 136-8= 128

Day 3: 128-8= 120

Day 4: 120-8= 112

Day 5: 112-8= 104

Day 6: 104-8=96