in has 27 marbles. He divides them into 3 equal groups and gives 1 group to Jill. Jill then gives 2 of hers away. How many marbles does Jill have now?

Question

Let m= marbles Jill has now. Show all your work in the space provided below.

(1 point)

Answer 1

Jill initially receives 27 / 3 = <<27/3=9>>9 marbles.
After giving away 2 marbles, Jill has 9 - 2 = <<9-2=7>>7 marbles. Answer: \boxed{7}.