Two salesman Eman and Masood are paid a total of Rs. 550 per week by their employer. If Eman is paid 120 percent of the sum paid to Masood , how much is Masood paid per week?
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To solve this problem, we'll use algebra.
Let's assume the amount paid to Masood per week is "x" rupees.
According to the given information, Eman is paid 120% of what Masood is paid. So, Eman's weekly payment can be calculated as 1.20x (which is 120% of x).
The sum of Eman's and Masood's payments is given as Rs. 550. So, we can write an equation:
x + 1.20x = 550
Combining like terms:
2.20x = 550
Now, to find the value of x (Masood's payment), we need to solve for x by dividing both sides of the equation by 2.20:
x = 550 / 2.20
Evaluating this expression, we find:
x = 250
Therefore, Masood is paid Rs. 250 per week.