Far country

In a country far away, the value of 3 pesos is 12 centavos more than the value of 1 peso. How many centavos is 1 peso worth?

Correct answer:

p =  6 c

Step-by-step explanation:

$$\begin{gathered} 3p=12c+1p \\ 2p=12c \\ p=12\mathrm{/}2=6\text{ c} \end{gathered}$$

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