PSLEWarren and Tim shared the total cost of a present. Warren paid $31 less than
47 of the cost of the present. Tim paid $73. How much did the present cost?
Warren |
Tim |
Total |
4 u - 31 |
3 u + 31 = 73 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Warren paid = 4 u - 31
Amount that Tim paid = 3 u + 31 = 73
3 u = 73 - 31 = 42
1 u = 42 ÷ 3 = 14
Cost of the present
= 7 u
= 7 x 14
= $98
Answer(s): $98