Question

Zach bought his parents anniversary gifts. His dad's present cost $25. He bought his mom 3 presents (p) that all cost the same amount. If he paid a total of $40, how much did each of his mom's gifts cost?

What is the value of p in the equation?
25 + 3p = 40

Answer 1

5

Explanation:

Answer 2

1) 40-25= 15
2) 15/3=5
3) each gift costs $5

Then to check:
1) 5x3=15
2) 25+15=40
Therefore p=5