Question

Of the student in Tom's class, 2/3 had perfect attendance this year. Of Maya's class, 3/4 have also been at school each day. In each class, there are 24 students who have not missed a day of school. How many students are in each class ? ( Explain how you found the answer. )

Answer 1

Tom=36 Maya=32 Tom= 2/3=perfect attendance 24/2= 12 12= 1/3 12x3(3/3)= 36 Maya=3/4 perfect attendance 24/3= 8 8=1/4 8x4(4/4) =32 Hope it helps :)