Question

A sum of ₹236 was distributed among boys and girls in such a way that each boy receves ₹12 and each girl receives ₹14.if there were 8 boys, what was the number of girls?

Answer 1

Answer:

10 girls

Step-by-step explanation:

First of all lets find the amount received by 8 boys

= 8 * 12

= 96 rupees

Now subtract 96 from 236

= 140

Divide 140 with 14 to know the number of girls.

= 140/14

= 10