PSLELiam and Fred shared the total cost of a souvenir. Liam paid $35 more than
47 of the cost of the souvenir. Fred paid $85. How much did the souvenir cost?
Liam |
Fred |
Total |
4 u + 35 |
3 u - 35 = 85 |
7 u |
Total amount paid = 7 u
Amount that Liam paid = 4 u + 35
Amount that Fred paid = 3 u - 35 = 85
3 u = 85 + 35 = 120
1 u = 120 ÷ 3 = 40
Cost of the souvenir
= 7 u
= 7 x 40
= $280
Answer(s): $280