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Carla has twice as much money as Peter. Together they have $105. How much does Cara have?

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Let Peter has x amount.

Peter = x
Carla = 2x

x + 2x = 105
3x = 105
x = 35

Peter = $35
Carlo = 2x = 2(35) = $70

Answer: Cara has $70
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