Question

Juan went out to lunch with five friends. They decided to divide the bill evenly among them. Juan estimated that his lunch cost $5.25. The entire bill came to $37.20. Would Juan lunch have cost more or less if he paid for it separately? How much more or less?

Answer 1

Explanation:

JUAN PAID $2.19 MORE THAN IF HE WOULD HAVE PAID SEPARATELY $37.20/5=$7.44

$7.44-$5.25=$2.19

Answer 2

.95cents less if he paid separately

Explanation:

divide the bill between 5 friends

6.20-5.25=95