Math Word Problem of the Week

Problem of the Week January 28th

The family studies class baked two dozen muffins. The class plans to share one third of the muffins with the school office staff, and one quarter of the muffins with Mr. Ahmed’s chess club.
A) Which group will receive more muffins? Justify your answer.
B) How many muffins will be left over after they give the office staff and chess club their shares?

Due Friday! Remember to show all of your work and answer in complete sentences!