PSLEVaidev and Ahmad shared the total cost of a souvenir. Vaidev paid $41 less than
25 of the cost of the souvenir. Ahmad paid $95. How much did the souvenir cost?
Vaidev |
Ahmad |
Total |
2 u - 41 |
3 u + 41 = 95 |
5 u |
Total amount paid = 5 u
Amount that Vaidev paid = 2 u - 41
Amount that Ahmad paid = 3 u + 41 = 95
3 u = 95 - 41 = 54
1 u = 54 ÷ 3 = 18
Cost of the souvenir
= 5 u
= 5 x 18
= $90
Answer(s): $90