PSLETommy and Ben shared the total cost of a gift. Tommy paid $22 less than
29 of the cost of the gift. Ben paid $50. How much did the gift cost?
Tommy |
Ben |
Total |
2 u - 22 |
7 u + 22 = 50 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Tommy paid = 2 u - 22
Amount that Ben paid = 7 u + 22 = 50
7 u = 50 - 22 = 28
1 u = 28 ÷ 7 = 4
Cost of the gift
= 9 u
= 9 x 4
= $36
Answer(s): $36