Math problem

Question

Chris received a check for 90$. If the check was for 5more than 2 the amount as last years check, How much was last years check?

Answer 1

2c + 5 = 90

2c + 5 - 5 = 90 - 5

2c = 85

2c/2 = 85/2

c = 42.5

 

Last year's check was $42.50.