A farmer has 50 loaves of bread. He distributes 8 loaves to each of his 5 sons, then takes back 3 loaves from each son, and finally gives 10 loaves to the village well. How many loaves does the farmer have left?

Step-by-step solution

1. Total loaves given to sons: $8\times 5=40$; remaining loaves: $50-40=10$.
2. Loaves taken back from sons: $3\times 5=15$; add to remaining: $10+15=25$.
3. Loaves given to the well: $25-10=15$.

Concept tested: Multiple give and take with taking back

Published 7 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked