PSLEJeremy and David shared the total cost of a present. Jeremy paid $17 less than
49 of the cost of the present. David paid $67. How much did the present cost?
Jeremy |
David |
Total |
4 u - 17 |
5 u + 17 = 67 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Jeremy paid = 4 u - 17
Amount that David paid = 5 u + 17 = 67
5 u = 67 - 17 = 50
1 u = 50 ÷ 5 = 10
Cost of the present
= 9 u
= 9 x 10
= $90
Answer(s): $90