PSLEHarry and Peter shared the total cost of a present. Harry paid $34 more than
25 of the cost of the present. Peter paid $74. How much did the present cost?
Harry |
Peter |
Total |
2 u + 34 |
3 u - 34 = 74 |
5 u |
Total amount paid = 5 u
Amount that Harry paid = 2 u + 34
Amount that Peter paid = 3 u - 34 = 74
3 u = 74 + 34 = 108
1 u = 108 ÷ 3 = 36
Cost of the present
= 5 u
= 5 x 36
= $180
Answer(s): $180