How Much Does It Cost?

Last Problem:

Your aging grandmother tells you she was born February 29, 1900. How old is she today?

Answer:

Your grandmother is teasing you – 1900 was not a leap year in the Gregorian calendar.

Today’s Problem:

A pad of writing paper and a pencil cost a total of $1.10. The paper cost $1.00 more than the pencil. What was the price of each?

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