alleryA boy reads 2/9 of a book on Monday and 1/3 on Tuesday, leaving 80 pages. How long is the book?
A200
B180
C160
D144
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 180
He reads 2/9 + 3/9 = 5/9, so 4/9 is left; if 4/9 is 80, the book has 180 pages.
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