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. Answer:

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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.
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(542.35 + 1257.65)/3
= 1800/3
= $600
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Answer: A