Mother Children Shopping Puzzle

Mom sent half of her children and half a child shopping. Only one of her children remained at home. How many children does my mother have?

Final Answer:

n =  3

Step-by-step explanation:


n/2+1/2 + 1 = n

n = 3


n = 3/1 = 3

n = 3

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