Question

Cody's rent is increased by $51 per month starting next year. that is an increase of 15% from his current monthly rent. let R represent Cody's current rent

what will Cody's rent be next year?

Answer 1

391

Explanation:

Since the rent increased by 15%, multiply R by 1.15 like this: 1.15R

The rent increased by $51, so add 51 to R like this: R + 51

These equations have to be equal to each other

1.15R = R + 51

Subtract R from both sides

1.15R = R + 51

- R - R

0.15R = 51

Divide both sides by 0.15 to isolate the R variable

0.15R/0.15 = 51/0.15

R = 340

This means Cody's current rent is $340

To find the rent for next year, add 51 to that number

340 + 51 = 391