Question

A washer and a dryer cost $950 combined. The washer costs $ 100 more than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?

Answer 1

$850

Explanation:

washer + dryer = $950

if washer cost=>$100

Therefore; the value of the dryer should be x

$100+x=$950

x=$850

The dryer cost is =>$850

Answer 2

The dryer is $425.

Explanation:

Washer = 100 + Dryer

Set up an equation:

Variable x = dryer

x + x + 100 = 950

x + x = 850

2x = 850

x = 425

Dryer = 425

Bonus answer:

Washer = 100 + x

Washer = 100 + 425

Washer = 525

Check your work:

Washer + Dryer = 950

525 + 425 = 950

950 = 950

Correct!