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layla spent a total of $135 on a skirt and shoes.the price of the shoes was $18 less than twice what she paid for the skirt.find the cost of the shoes.
thank you
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layla spent a total of $135 on a skirt and shoes.the price of the shoes was $18 less than twice what she paid for the skirt.find the cost of the shoes.
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Question 1031093: Hi
layla spent a total of $135 on a skirt and shoes.the price of the shoes was $18 less than twice what she paid for the skirt.find the cost of the shoes.
thank you Answer by Cromlix(4381) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Hi there,
Make the skirt = x
Shoes = 2x - 18
x + 2x - 18 = 135
3x - 18 = 135
3x = 135 + 18
3x = 153
x = 153/3
x = $51
Skirt cost $51.00
Shoes cost $84.00
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