PSLELee and Fred shared the total cost of a present. Lee paid $36 more than
25 of the cost of the present. Fred paid $51. How much did the present cost?
Lee |
Fred |
Total |
2 u + 36 |
3 u - 36 = 51 |
5 u |
Total amount paid = 5 u
Amount that Lee paid = 2 u + 36
Amount that Fred paid = 3 u - 36 = 51
3 u = 51 + 36 = 87
1 u = 87 ÷ 3 = 29
Cost of the present
= 5 u
= 5 x 29
= $145
Answer(s): $145