SOLUTION: 3 friends decide to split the cost of food and rent evenly. They spend a total of $ 542.35 on food and $ 1257.65 on rent. Find the amount each of the 3 friends paid.
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Question 199924: 3 friends decide to split the cost of food and rent evenly. They spend a total of $ 542.35 on food and $ 1257.65 on rent. Find the amount each of the 3 friends paid.
Answer:
A. 600
B. 500
C. 550
D. 650
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3 friends decide to split the cost of food and rent evenly. They spend a total of $ 542.35 on food and $ 1257.65 on rent. Find the amount each of the 3 friends paid.
.
(542.35 + 1257.65)/3
= 1800/3
= $600
.
Answer: A
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