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A student is raising money for a local food pantry. A local business agrees to donate an additional 20% of what the student raises, while the principal of the student's school also agrees to match 5% of what the student raises. If the student raises $240.00, how much money will the food pantry receive?

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Answer: 300

Explanation:

20% of 240 is 48. The local business gives 48 dollars. 5% of 240 is 12. The principal gives $12. 48+12+240=300 dollars raised.

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