Let x stand for the number of bananas in one bag. write an equation to find x.

7 bananas in total 3 bags and one banana. bananas in each bag

14 bananas in total 4 bags and two bananas. bananas in each bag

(7-1) / 3=x

(14-2) / 4=x

1. x=2

2. x=3

If you are looking for the number of bananas per bag you must first subtract your remainders from the total number of bananas, then divide those bananas by the number of bags and you have your answer.