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There are 32 oranges. Emma took 1/8 of oranges and Sam took 1/4 the oranges. How many oranges are left?

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Answer: 20 oranges

Explanation:

There are 32 oranges:

- Emma took 1/8 of oranges

- Sam took 1/4 of oranges

  1. 1/8 × 32

2. 32/8

4 oranges

  1. 1/4 × 32

2. 32/4

8 oranges

  1. 4 + 8 = 12

2. 32 - 12 = 20 oranges

Answer: 20 oranges

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