PSLECharlie and Peter shared the total cost of a gift. Charlie paid $32 more than
29 of the cost of the gift. Peter paid $80. How much did the gift cost?
Charlie |
Peter |
Total |
2 u + 32 |
7 u - 32 = 80 |
9 u |
Total amount paid = 9 u
Amount that Charlie paid = 2 u + 32
Amount that Peter paid = 7 u - 32 = 80
7 u = 80 + 32 = 112
1 u = 112 ÷ 7 = 16
Cost of the gift
= 9 u
= 9 x 16
= $144
Answer(s): $144