Problema Solution
the price of mathematics book is R60 less that of a science book four maths books cost R260 more than two science books calculate the prices of the books
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let
x = the cost of one mathematics book
y = the cost of one science book
the price of mathematics book is R60 less that of a science book (R is rupee the currency of India)
x = y - 60
four maths books cost R260 more than two science books
4x = 260 + 2y
by solving the system of equations
x = y - 60
4x = 260 + 2y
we find
x = R190
y = R250
the price of one math book is R190.
the price of one science book is R250.