PSLEZane and John shared the total cost of a souvenir. Zane paid $37 more than
29 of the cost of the souvenir. John paid $68. How much did the souvenir cost?
Zane |
John |
Total |
2 u + 37 |
7 u - 37 = 68 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Zane paid = 2 u + 37
Amount that John paid = 7 u - 37 = 68
7 u = 68 + 37 = 105
1 u = 105 ÷ 7 = 15
Cost of the souvenir
= 9 u
= 9 x 15
= $135
Answer(s): $135