How Much Does the Bag Cost in This Math Problem?

[Johnx1]

I'm sure I'm correct, but i want to make sure.

A watch costs twice as much as a bag that costs \$w. the total cost of the two items is \$177.

a) how much does the bag cost?

my answer: 2w + w = 177

3w = 177

w = 59

so the bag cost \$59b) How much does the watch cost?

2w. so 2*59 = \$118

 

[Chris L T521]

I'm sure I'm correct, but i want to make sure.

A watch costs twice as much as a bag that costs \$w. the total cost of the two items is \$177.

a) how much does the bag cost?

my answer: 2w + w = 177

3w = 177

w = 59

so the bag cost \$59

Very good. This is the correct answer.

b) How much does the watch cost?

2w. so 2*59 = \$118

Again, this is the correct answer. Keep up the good work!

 

[Johnx1]

Very good. This is the correct answer.
Again, this is the correct answer. Keep up the good work!

Chris, thank you for the time and checking my answers.