Apples and Friends: A Riddle

The Scenario

Dr. Johnson has a total of five apples in a basket. He also has five friends who are eager to receive an apple each.

The Twist

After distributing the apples, one apple remains in the basket. How could this be possible?

The Solution

Dr. Johnson gave one apple to each of four friends and handed the basket, which contained the last apple, to his fifth friend.