PSLEZane and Neave shared the total cost of a gift. Zane paid $31 less than
27 of the cost of the gift. Neave paid $91. How much did the gift cost?
Zane |
Neave |
Total |
2 u - 31 |
5 u + 31 = 91 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Zane paid = 2 u - 31
Amount that Neave paid = 5 u + 31 = 91
5 u = 91 - 31 = 60
1 u = 60 ÷ 5 = 12
Cost of the gift
= 7 u
= 7 x 12
= $84
Answer(s): $84