Q56: There are now cans stacked on a shelf

2018 Test B Math · Question 56 of 57

There are now  cans stacked on a shelf that holds 36 cans when full. If 4 of these cans were removed, the shelf would be half full. What is the value of  ?

  • A14
  • B16
  • C18
  • D22
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Correct answer: D

The shelf, when full, holds 36 cans. When the shelf is half full, it holds 18 cans.

x − 4 = 18

x = 22