Word Equations with 1 Unknown - Problem 1
 
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Problem:
 

Jack, Paul and Bill are all saving a part of their allowances and together, they have a total of $1,640.00. Paul has 20% more than Jack and Bill has 10% less than Paul. How much money does Bill have?

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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