PSLEJenson and Lee shared the total cost of a gift. Jenson paid $24 less than
49 of the cost of the gift. Lee paid $99. How much did the gift cost?
Jenson |
Lee |
Total |
4 u - 24 |
5 u + 24 = 99 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Jenson paid = 4 u - 24
Amount that Lee paid = 5 u + 24 = 99
5 u = 99 - 24 = 75
1 u = 75 ÷ 5 = 15
Cost of the gift
= 9 u
= 9 x 15
= $135
Answer(s): $135