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Problems from M-06/04/20

Problem 1:

The whole loaded train weighs 360 tons. It has 16 wagons, each carrying 8 tons of grain. The engine is carrying 2 tons of fuel. What is the weight of the empty train?

Answer: 230 Tons

Problem 2:

Jay's start up business makes a profit of $450K during the first month. However, the company's profit decreases by $60K/month for the next four months and the company makes profit of $125K for the final month. What is the total profit for the first six months of Jay's business?

Answer: $1,785K

Congratulations Nilesh Agarwal and Vijay Aivalli!