Question

Lianna scored 2125 points. Liam scored 2/5 as many points as Lianna. If they combine their points how many more would they need to reach 3000 points

Answer 1

25 points

2/5 = 40% -> 0.4
2125*0.4 = 850
2125 + 850 = 2975
3000 - 2975 = 25

Answer 2

25 points

Explanation:

2/5 of 2125 =2 ×2125 :5 =4250 :5 =850 points Liam

2125 +850 =2975 points (Liam and Lianna)

3000 - 2975 =25 points they need