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Sita has 15 marbles. She gives 5 marbles to her friend, then receives 3 marbles back from the same friend, and finally gives 4 marbles to another friend. How many marbles does Sita have now?

hard 3 marks Class 3 · Mathematics · Fun with Give and Take
Answer
9 marbles

The correct answer is 9 marbles — Give 4 marbles to another friend: marbles left.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Start with 15 marbles.
  2. Give 5 marbles away: marbles left.
  3. Receive 3 marbles back: marbles.
  4. Give 4 marbles to another friend: marbles left.
Common mistake: Adding all amounts instead of applying order

Concept tested: Sequence of give and take operations

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