book Maths Puzzle Numerical Ability

The sum of two numbers is 100. One number is 5 less than twice the other. Find the numbers.

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Three instances of a pattern are given. Describe the pattern using one variable.

10+ (10+1) + (10+4) =3*10+5

-7+ (-7+1) + (-7+4) =3*-7+5

2/3 + (2/3+1) + (2/3+4) =3*2/3+5
I am a mom trying to help my son with a word problem. I am stumped. Please help:
Pete has 20 pets. If he has 5 more than 1/4 as many dogs as cats, how many cats does he have?
Thanks!
LS