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Shanza paid Rs98 for a necklace and purse.the necklace cost Rs 18.20 more than purse. Find the cost of purse.
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Let's say the Purse is a variable like P
P + P + 18.20 = 98 2P = 79.80 (Divide that into two)
= 39.90
Answer: P = 39.90
P + P + 18.20 = 98 2P = 79.80 (Divide that into two)
= 39.90
Answer: P = 39.90