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Question
In whose name is the bill? How much money do they have to pay for each month?

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Solution
The bill bears the name of Sri Mohd. Umar and Dr. Mohd. Shoaib. The bill amounts to Rs 350 for two months and hence they have to pay Rs 175 for each month.
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