Question

last year Lien earned $1,900 more than her husband. together they earned $59,100. how much did they both earn?

Answer 1

Let x = husband's salary.

x + x + 1900 = 59,100
2x + 1900 = 59,100
2x + 1900 - 1900 = 59,100 - 1900
2x = 57,200
x = 57,200/2
x = 28,600