PSLENeave and Michael shared the total cost of a present. Neave paid $28 less than
27 of the cost of the present. Michael paid $68. How much did the present cost?
Neave |
Michael |
Total |
2 u - 28 |
5 u + 28 = 68 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Neave paid = 2 u - 28
Amount that Michael paid = 5 u + 28 = 68
5 u = 68 - 28 = 40
1 u = 40 ÷ 5 = 8
Cost of the present
= 7 u
= 7 x 8
= $56
Answer(s): $56