PSLEEthan and Gabriel shared the total cost of a gift. Ethan paid $16 more than
29 of the cost of the gift. Gabriel paid $96. How much did the gift cost?
Ethan |
Gabriel |
Total |
2 u + 16 |
7 u - 16 = 96 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Ethan paid = 2 u + 16
Amount that Gabriel paid = 7 u - 16 = 96
7 u = 96 + 16 = 112
1 u = 112 ÷ 7 = 16
Cost of the gift
= 9 u
= 9 x 16
= $144
Answer(s): $144