How Much Does the Bag Cost in This Math Problem?

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The bag costs $59, while the watch, which is priced at twice the cost of the bag, amounts to $118. The problem states that the total cost of both items is $177, leading to the equation 2w + w = 177. Solving for w results in w = 59, confirming the calculations are accurate. This conclusion is validated by multiple participants in the discussion.

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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
 
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Johnx said:
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!
 
Chris L T521 said:
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.
 

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