Right before the fifth race at Santa Anita, the word got out that one of these horses was going to win the race:
Lightning Bolt: a 2-1 shot
Golden Honey: a 3-1 shot
Matchmaker: a 4-1 shot
Assuming this tip is true, how much would Alex have to bet on each of the three horses to be assured of coming out with a $39 profit?
How do you explain the following addition problems?
87678 185634
+ 43125 + 86257
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1821784 62872