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How many of each went to the circus?

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A circus performance is witnessed by 120 people who have paid a total of $120. The men pay $5, women pay $2, and children pay 10 cents each.

How many of each went to the circus?

posted Sep 19, 2014 by Prithvi

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17 -men
13- woman
and 90- childs

answer Nov 4, 2014 by Kshitij Maloo



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