A washer and a dryer cost 856$ combined. The washer cost 44$ less than the dryer. What is the cost of the dryer?

$450

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the costs of washer and dryer be x and y dollars respectively.

Therefore, according to the given conditions:

x + y = $856 (1)

and

x = y - 44 (2)

From equations (1) & (2)

y - 44 + y = 856

2y = 856 + 44

2y = 900

y = 900/2

y = $450

Thus the cost of dryer is $450.

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