SOLUTION: Calvin made a down payment of 12 1/2 on a used car that cost $2,400. How much was the down payment?

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Question 544846: Calvin made a down payment of 12 1/2 on a used car that cost $2,400. How much was the down payment?
Answer by rfer(12730) About Me  (Show Source):
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2400*0.125=$300