Question

A washer and a dryer cost $917 combined. The washer costs $67 more than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?

Answer 1

917 - 67 = 850 (subtract the difference)
850 / 2 = 425 (divide the cost of the washer/dryer)
425 + 67 = 492 (add the difference)
The dryer costs $492.