Question

William will distribute 90 pencils and 72 crayons among fifth graders.

Each student will receive the same number of pencils and crayons and all the pencils and crayons need to be distributed.
What is the greatest number of students that can receive both of the items?

Answer 1

Answer: 72 students

Explanation:

Since there are only 72 crayons, but there are 90 pencils, the limiting factor is crayons. Since we have 72 crayons, 72 students can receive both of the items.