PSLEJustin and Carl shared the total cost of a present. Justin paid $18 less than
49 of the cost of the present. Carl paid $88. How much did the present cost?
Justin |
Carl |
Total |
4 u - 18 |
5 u + 18 = 88 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Justin paid = 4 u - 18
Amount that Carl paid = 5 u + 18 = 88
5 u = 88 - 18 = 70
1 u = 70 ÷ 5 = 14
Cost of the present
= 9 u
= 9 x 14
= $126
Answer(s): $126