PSLEAlbert and Nick shared the total cost of a present. Albert paid $50 more than
29 of the cost of the present. Nick paid $62. How much did the present cost?
Albert |
Nick |
Total |
2 u + 50 |
7 u - 50 = 62 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Albert paid = 2 u + 50
Amount that Nick paid = 7 u - 50 = 62
7 u = 62 + 50 = 112
1 u = 112 ÷ 7 = 16
Cost of the present
= 9 u
= 9 x 16
= $144
Answer(s): $144