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= Solving a word problem with two unknowns using a linear... A washer and a dryer cost $801 combined. The washer costs $51 more than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?
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A washer and a dryer cost $801 combined. The washer costs $51 more than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?

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801 = x + 51 + x
801 = 2x + 51
750 = 2x
750/ 2 = 375
The dryer costs $375
375 + 51 = 426 ( washer costs )
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