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A collection of books went on sale, and 2/3 of them were sold for $2.50 each. If none of the 36 remaining books were sold, what was the total amount received for the books that were sold?

A) $180
B) $135
C) $90
D) $60
E) $54
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If 36 books constitute 1/3rd of the total, then 2/3rd of the total = 72 books
Amount received for sold books = 72 * 2.5 = $180

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