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Rhonda gave the cashier $20 to pay for 3 pairs of socks. The cashier gave her $5.12. Each pair of socks cost the same amount. What is the cost in dollars and cents for each pair of socks?

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Answer:

4.96 dollars

Explanation:

20-5.12=14.88

14.88/3= 4.96 dollars

so each pair of socks costs 4.96$

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