SOLUTION: Jin and Phyliss received a total of $50,000 from a deceased relative. They decided to put $10,000 in a trust fund for their nephew and divide the remainder. Phyliss recieved 3/4 of

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Question 498242: Jin and Phyliss received a total of $50,000 from a deceased relative. They decided to put $10,000 in a trust fund for their nephew and divide the remainder. Phyliss recieved 3/4 of the remainder, Jim received 1/4. How much did Jim and Phyliss recieve?
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+50000+-+10000+=+40000+
+%283%2F4%29%2A40000+=+30000+
+%281%2F4%29%2A40000+=+10000+
Phyliss received $30,000
Jim received $10,000