Math Problem Statement
There are red counters and black counters in a bag in the ratio 3:1. 9 red counters are removed and 5 black counters are added into the bag, and the ratio becomes 5:3. Work out the original number of black counters in the bag.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Ratio and Proportion
Equations
Word Problems
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9