PSLEPaul and Fred shared the total cost of a gift. Paul paid $24 more than
25 of the cost of the gift. Fred paid $60. How much did the gift cost?
Paul |
Fred |
Total |
2 u + 24 |
3 u - 24 = 60 |
5 u |
Total amount paid = 5 u
Amount that Paul paid = 2 u + 24
Amount that Fred paid = 3 u - 24 = 60
3 u = 60 + 24 = 84
1 u = 84 ÷ 3 = 28
Cost of the gift
= 5 u
= 5 x 28
= $140
Answer(s): $140