PSLELiam and Cody shared the total cost of a present. Liam paid $15 more than
47 of the cost of the present. Cody paid $66. How much did the present cost?
Liam |
Cody |
Total |
4 u + 15 |
3 u - 15 = 66 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Liam paid = 4 u + 15
Amount that Cody paid = 3 u - 15 = 66
3 u = 66 + 15 = 81
1 u = 81 ÷ 3 = 27
Cost of the present
= 7 u
= 7 x 27
= $189
Answer(s): $189