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Farmer brown has cows and ducks. There are 12 animals on the farm (not counting the farmer). There are a total of 42 animal feet on the farm (not counting the farmer). How many cows does Farmer brown have on the farm?

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Answer:

9 cows and three ducks

Explanation:

9x4 = 36

3x2 = 6

6+36=42 legs and 9+3=12 animals

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