Asked by ty

A blue bike is $14 less than a red bike. The sum of their prices is $300. How much is the red bike?

i thought it was 123 but i think its wrong.plz help
Answered by Aparna
x+(x-14)=300
2x-14=300
2x=314
x=157
Answered by Ms. Sue
b + b + 14 = 300

2b = 286

b = 143 >> blue bike

157 >> red bike