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There are 60 student in a speech contest. Yesterday, 1/4 of them gave their speeches. Today, 1/3 of the remaining students gave their speeches. How many students still haven't given their speeches?

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Answer:

30 students

Explanation:

Students who gave a speech yesterday: 1/4*60 = 15 students

Remainig students from yesterday: 60 - 15 = 45 students

Students who gave a speech today: 1/3*45 = 15 students

Students who still haven't given their speeches: 60 - (15 + 15) = 30 students

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