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Gino has 5 times as much money as Ella. If Gino gives Ella ₱5,200, they will have equal amounts. How much does Gino have?
- ₱2,600
- ₱10,400
- ₱7,800
- ₱13,000
Answer
D. ₱13,000
Solution
Gino = 5m, Ella = m: 5m − 5,200 = m + 5,200 → m = ₱2,600. Gino has ₱13,000.
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