There are three chains, weighing 450, 610, and 950 ounces, each consisting of links of three different sizes. Each chain has 10 small links. The chains also have 20, 30, and 40 medium links and 30, 40, and 70 large links, respectively. Find the weights of the small, medium, and large links.

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There are three chains, weighing 450, 610, and 950 ounces, each consisting of links of three different sizes. Each chain has 10 small links. The chains also have 20, 30, and 40 medium links and 30, 40, and 70 large links, respectively. Find the weights of the small, medium, and large links.

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