PSLECharlie and Riordan shared the total cost of a gift. Charlie paid $34 more than
47 of the cost of the gift. Riordan paid $62. How much did the gift cost?
Charlie |
Riordan |
Total |
4 u + 34 |
3 u - 34 = 62 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Charlie paid = 4 u + 34
Amount that Riordan paid = 3 u - 34 = 62
3 u = 62 + 34 = 96
1 u = 96 ÷ 3 = 32
Cost of the gift
= 7 u
= 7 x 32
= $224
Answer(s): $224