Question

Questions

Andrew bought two pairs of Air Jordan shoes. One cost $20 more
than the other. If the cost of both shoes was $420, what was the cost
of the cheaper one?

Answer 1

The answer would be $200

Answer 2

$200 (Hope this helps ^^)

Explanation:

Let's assume the cost of the cheaper pair of Air Jordan shoes is x dollars. Since the other pair is $20 more expensive, its cost would be x + $20.

According to the given information, the total cost of both pairs is $420. So, we can set up the equation:

x + (x + $20) = $420

Simplifying the equation:

2x + $20 = $420

Subtracting $20 from both sides:

2x = $400

Dividing both sides by 2:

x = $200

Therefore, the cost of the cheaper pair of Air Jordan shoes is $200.