SOLUTION: In a month Andrew spends twice as much on rent as he does on food for his family.Last month, he spent $1650 on rent and food. How much did he spend on rent

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Question 1033558: In a month Andrew spends twice as much on rent as he does on food for his family.Last month, he spent $1650 on rent and food. How much did he spend on rent
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In a month Andrew spends twice as much on rent as he does on food for his family.Last month, he spent $1650 on rent and food. How much did he spend on rent?
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Equations:
r = 2f
r + f = 1650
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Substitute for "r" and solve for "f"::
2f + f = 1650
3f = 1650
food expenses = $550
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r = 2f
Rent expense = $1100
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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