Question

A washer and a dryer cost $812 combined . The washer costs $38 less than the dryer . What is the cost of the dryer

Answer 1

The awnser is $24 because we figured it out

Answer 2

The dryer cost $425

Explanation:

x(the dryer) + x-38(the washer) = $812(the total cost)

2x=850 distribute the 38 on both sides

x=425

The dryer cost $425.