SOLUTION: A washer-dryer combination costs $1200. If the washer costs $220 more than the dryer, what does each appliance cost seperately?

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Question 107618: A washer-dryer combination costs $1200. If the washer costs $220 more than the dryer, what does each appliance cost seperately?
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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let x=dryer, so x+220=washer ... x+(x+220)=1200 ... 2x+220=1200