PSLEBryan and Wesley shared the total cost of a gift. Bryan paid $43 more than
49 of the cost of the gift. Wesley paid $47. How much did the gift cost?
Bryan |
Wesley |
Total |
4 u + 43 |
5 u - 43 = 47 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Bryan paid = 4 u + 43
Amount that Wesley paid = 5 u - 43 = 47
5 u = 47 + 43 = 90
1 u = 90 ÷ 5 = 18
Cost of the gift
= 9 u
= 9 x 18
= $162
Answer(s): $162