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A man spends 1/3 of his money on food, 1/4 on rent, and has $120 left. How much did he have originally?
Answer
$720
Explanation
Remaining fraction (=1-\tfrac13-\tfrac14=\tfrac5{12}); (\tfrac5{12}T=120\Rightarrow T=288). (Given $720 is incorrect.)
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