Middle School:
Question: Ava collects 4 more than twice as many sea shells as Ben. Ben collects 1 fewer than half as many as Carla. Carla collects 200 sea shells. How many sea shells does Ava collect?
Answer: 202 sea shells
Solution: Since Carla collects 200, Ben must collect 99 because half of 200 is 100 and one less than that is 99. Ava collects 4 more than twice as many as Ben. Twice as many as 99 is 198, and 4 more than that makes 202 sea shells.
Mathnasium of West Covina is a math-only learning center for K-12 students in West Covina, CA. Trusted by over a million parents, Mathnasium uses personalized learning plans and the proprietary Mathnasium Method™ to help students catch up, keep up, and get ahead on their math journey.
Our specially trained tutors deliver face-to-face instruction in a supportive and fun small-group environment, working with students to develop a deep understanding of math, build confidence, and improve academic performance.
Schedule Assessment
(626) 387-3639
(626) 387-3639
