Question

Charla and David are observing the leaf growth rates of their plants. Charla’s plant starts on day 1 with 43 leaves and gets 1 new leaf a day. David’s plant starts on day 1 with 36 leaves and gets 2 leaves a day.
How many days will it take David’s plant to have as many leaves as Charla’s plant?
A. 7

B. 8

C. 6

D. 9

Answer 1

(43-36) / (2-1)

Answer 2

ok so 7?

Answer 3

That's what the numbers say... :-)

Answer 4

wait is it 8?

Answer 5

After 7 days -
Charla's plant will have 43 + 1*7 leaves
David's plant will have 36 + 2*7 leaves

Answer 6

OK I GET IT :-)

Answer 7

YAY!!!! :-)