PSLECaden and Daniel shared the total cost of a gift. Caden paid $26 more than
47 of the cost of the gift. Daniel paid $70. How much did the gift cost?
Caden |
Daniel |
Total |
4 u + 26 |
3 u - 26 = 70 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Caden paid = 4 u + 26
Amount that Daniel paid = 3 u - 26 = 70
3 u = 70 + 26 = 96
1 u = 96 ÷ 3 = 32
Cost of the gift
= 7 u
= 7 x 32
= $224
Answer(s): $224