PSLECharlie and Xavier shared the total cost of a gift. Charlie paid $22 more than
29 of the cost of the gift. Xavier paid $41. How much did the gift cost?
Charlie |
Xavier |
Total |
2 u + 22 |
7 u - 22 = 41 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Charlie paid = 2 u + 22
Amount that Xavier paid = 7 u - 22 = 41
7 u = 41 + 22 = 63
1 u = 63 ÷ 7 = 9
Cost of the gift
= 9 u
= 9 x 9
= $81
Answer(s): $81