SOLUTION: A washer and dryer cost a total of $1260. The cost of the washer is two times the cost of the dryer. Find the cost of each item.

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Question 1109108: A washer and dryer cost a total of $1260. The cost of the washer is two times the cost of the dryer. Find the cost of each item.



Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let +x+ = the cost of the dryer
+2x+ = the cost of the washer
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+x+%2B+2x+=+1260+
+3x+=+1260+
+x+=+420+
and
+2x+=+840+
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The cost of the dryer is $420
The cost of the washer is $840