Question

There are 7 cupcakes for the party. Each cupcake has 1 candle for each year of the birthday boy's age. There is also an extra candle on each cupcake for good luck. If 49 candles were used on the cupcakes, how old is the birthday boy? Explain.
Ms. Sue
49/7 = 7

The boy must be 6.

Thanks, Ms. Sue!!
Ms. Sue
You're welcome, RJ.

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