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Nick put 7 1/2 pounds of candy into 6 boxes, the same amount into each. What is the weight of the candy in each box?

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Divide 7 1/2 by six so 1.25 pounds each box
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7 1/2 / 6 = 1.25 pounds

Candy weight in each box = 1 1/4 pounds

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