The equation that can be used to find how many pieces of banana taffy b are in the jar is:
325 + b = 525
To solve for b, we can subtract 325 from both sides of the equation:
b = 525 - 325
b = 200
Therefore, there are 200 pieces of banana taffy in the jar.
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The Sea & Sun Souvenir Shop is known for its specialty salt water taffy. Every week, Matthew fills a gigantic jar with taffy to put in the storefront display. This week, he puts in 325 pieces of cherry taffy but still has more space to fill. Matthew fills the rest of the jar with banana taffy, his favorite flavor. In all, Matthew puts 525 pieces of taffy in the jar.
Which equation can you use to find how many pieces of banana taffy b are in the jar?
Solve this equation for b to find how many pieces of banana taffy are in the jar.
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