A washer and a dryer cost $1029 combined. The washer costs $79 more than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?

Solution :

According to the question, first we need to assume a variable for the dryer then we need to add $79 with the variable for getting the washer, after which doing their total we can get the value

Let's assume The Dryer be x

Now,

The washer is $79 more than that of the dryer

So, the washer be x + $79

Total cost $1029

Getting variable's value

Now, Cost of dryer = x = $475

★ Therefore, the cost of Dryer is $475 ★