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Jim sold half of her comic books and then bought sixteen more she now has 36 with how many did she begin

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Answer: He began with 40 Comic Books.


Step-by-step explanation: First exclude the 16 he bought from the 36. This leaves 20. Then dubble it because he sold half so it brings it up to 40! Hope this helps! ;)

36 - 16 = 20

20 * 2 = 40

The answer is 40!

User Meeeee
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Answer:

40 books

Explanation:

36-16=20

20 is half her original collection

20*2=40

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