Question
Charlie, Simon and Penelope share a sum of money. Charlie's share is half of what Simon and Penelope receive. Simon's share is 712 of the sum of money. Penelope receives $24 less than Simon.
  1. What fraction of the sum of money is Charlie's share?
  2. How much is the sum of money?
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Charlie, Simon and Penelope share a sum of money. Charlie's share is half of what Simon and Penelope receive. Simon's share is 712 of the sum of money. Penelope receives $24 less than Simon.
  1. What fraction of the sum of money is Charlie's share?
  2. How much is the sum of money?