Problema Solution
A washer and a dryer cost $895 combined. The washer costs $45 more than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?
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Let
w = the cost of the washer
d = the cost of the dryer
A washer and a dryer cost $895 combined:
w + d = 895
The washer costs $45 more than the dryer:
w = 45 + d
We have the following system of equations:
w + d = 895
w = 45 + d
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w = $470
d = $425
The cost of the dryer is $425.