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A mother shared $24 among three boys. Paul got 5/12, Tim got 1/2. What fraction did Sam get?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
( note that 1/2 = 6/12 )
Sam got 1/12 of $24 which is $2
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