PSLERael and Seth shared the total cost of a souvenir. Rael paid $33 less than
47 of the cost of the souvenir. Seth paid $78. How much did the souvenir cost?
Rael |
Seth |
Total |
4 u - 33 |
3 u + 33 = 78 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Rael paid = 4 u - 33
Amount that Seth paid = 3 u + 33 = 78
3 u = 78 - 33 = 45
1 u = 45 ÷ 3 = 15
Cost of the souvenir
= 7 u
= 7 x 15
= $105
Answer(s): $105