Question 1132121
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If a solution using formal algebra is not required, find the answer using logical reasoning and a bit of mental arithmetic.<br>
(1) Have the 2 "extra" boys step out of the room for a moment.
(2) That leaves 20 team members, with 3 times as many boys as girls.
(3) That means 15 boys and 5 girls.
(4) Bring the 2 extra boys back in the room, making the answer 17 boys and 5 girls.