PSLEDaniel and David shared the total cost of a gift. Daniel paid $30 less than
25 of the cost of the gift. David paid $87. How much did the gift cost?
Daniel |
David |
Total |
2 u - 30 |
3 u + 30 = 87 |
5 u |
Total amount paid = 5 u
Amount that Daniel paid = 2 u - 30
Amount that David paid = 3 u + 30 = 87
3 u = 87 - 30 = 57
1 u = 57 ÷ 3 = 19
Cost of the gift
= 5 u
= 5 x 19
= $95
Answer(s): $95