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2/5 of Josh's money was 3/4 of Ken's money. When Ken gave Josh $28, both of them would have the same amount of money. How much did Josh have at first?

Algebra: Structure And Method, Book 1

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Chapter3: Solving Equation And Problems

Section3.5: Equations With The Variable On Both Sides

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