PSLEJeremy and Lee shared the total cost of a gift. Jeremy paid $40 less than
411 of the cost of the gift. Lee paid $61. How much did the gift cost?
Jeremy |
Lee |
Total |
4 u - 40 |
7 u + 40 = 61 |
11 u |
Total amount paid = 11 u
Amount that Jeremy paid = 4 u - 40
Amount that Lee paid = 7 u + 40 = 61
7 u = 61 - 40 = 21
1 u = 21 ÷ 7 = 3
Cost of the gift
= 11 u
= 11 x 3
= $33
Answer(s): $33