The cost of 6 refrigerators and 5 washing machines is $23,628. The cost of each refrigerator is $1,650 more than the cost of a washing machine. How much does a washing machine cost?

Respuesta :

The cost of a washing machine is $1,248

Let:

r represent the cost of one refrigerator

w represent the cost of one washing machine

The following equations can be derived from the question:

6r + 5w = 23,628 equation 1

r - w = 1650 equation 2

In order to determine the cost of washing machine, the elimination method would be used

Multiply equation 2 by 6

6r - 6w = 9900 equation 3

Subtract equation 3 from 2

11w = $13,728

divide both sides of the equation by 11

w = $1,248

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