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.

Algebra ->  Coordinate Systems and Linear Equations  -> Linear Equations and Systems Word Problems -> 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.      Log On


   

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) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 

Hi,

The state C spends $2.4 million more than the state D amount highlight%28x%29

   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)