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In the land of MADADIA world famous sculptor, Chip Itout, was working on his latest creation, "The Kebab of Venus". He began with a block of marble that weighed 125 pounds. On the first day Chip chisels off 35% of the block. On the second day he removed 20% of what was remaining and on the third day he cut away 25% of what was left. What was the weight of the finished "Kebab of Venus" statue?
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48.75 poundsday 1 he removes 43.75lbs(35%of 125lbs) leaving 81.25lbs
day 2 he removes 16.25lbs(20%of 81.25lbs) leaving 65lbs
day 3 he removes 16.25lbs(25%of 65lbs) leaving 48.75lbs
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