PSLELee and John shared the total cost of a souvenir. Lee paid $27 more than
47 of the cost of the souvenir. John paid $90. How much did the souvenir cost?
Lee |
John |
Total |
4 u + 27 |
3 u - 27 = 90 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Lee paid = 4 u + 27
Amount that John paid = 3 u - 27 = 90
3 u = 90 + 27 = 117
1 u = 117 ÷ 3 = 39
Cost of the souvenir
= 7 u
= 7 x 39
= $273
Answer(s): $273