PSLEJohn and Wesley shared the total cost of a souvenir. John paid $50 more than
27 of the cost of the souvenir. Wesley paid $55. How much did the souvenir cost?
John |
Wesley |
Total |
2 u + 50 |
5 u - 50 = 55 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that John paid = 2 u + 50
Amount that Wesley paid = 5 u - 50 = 55
5 u = 55 + 50 = 105
1 u = 105 ÷ 5 = 21
Cost of the souvenir
= 7 u
= 7 x 21
= $147
Answer(s): $147