A teacher has 18 chocolates. She gives 4 chocolates to each of her 3 students, then takes back 2 chocolates from each student. How many chocolates does the teacher have after these actions?

Step-by-step solution

1. Teacher starts with 18 chocolates.
2. She gives 4 chocolates to each of 3 students: total given = $4\times 3=12$. Subtract from her stock: $18-12=6$ chocolates remain.
3. She takes back 2 chocolates from each student: total taken back = $2\times 3=6$. Add to her stock: $6+6=12$ chocolates.
4. Thus, the teacher ends with 12 chocolates.

Concept tested: Give and take with multiple recipients

Published 1 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked