PSLEXavier and Warren shared the total cost of a gift. Xavier paid $32 less than
211 of the cost of the gift. Warren paid $59. How much did the gift cost?
Xavier |
Warren |
Total |
2 u - 32 |
9 u + 32 = 59 |
11 u |
Total amount paid = 11 u
Amount that Xavier paid = 2 u - 32
Amount that Warren paid = 9 u + 32 = 59
9 u = 59 - 32 = 27
1 u = 27 ÷ 9 = 3
Cost of the gift
= 11 u
= 11 x 3
= $33
Answer(s): $33