SOLUTION: The States C and D spend a total of $55.4 million for tourism. The state C spends $2.4 million more than the state D. Find the amount that each state spends on tourism.

Question 619432: The States C and D spend a total of $55.4 million for tourism. The state C spends $2.4 million more than the state D. Find the amount that each state spends on tourism.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

 

Hi,

The state C spends $2.4 million more than the state D amount 

   C and D spend a total of $55.4 million for tourism

    x + (x+ 2.4) = 55.4

    2x = 53

     x = $26.5 million, amount D spends.  C spends $28.9 million   (2.4 + 26.5) 

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