PSLELui and Rael shared the total cost of a present. Lui paid $15 more than
25 of the cost of the present. Rael paid $72. How much did the present cost?
Lui |
Rael |
Total |
2 u + 15 |
3 u - 15 = 72 |
5 u |
Total amount paid = 5 u
Amount that Lui paid = 2 u + 15
Amount that Rael paid = 3 u - 15 = 72
3 u = 72 + 15 = 87
1 u = 87 ÷ 3 = 29
Cost of the present
= 5 u
= 5 x 29
= $145
Answer(s): $145