Four Friends { Joe , Tim , Sam , and Ron

question 3

Multiple Choice

Four friends { Joe , Tim , Sam , and Ron } have decided to divide up a multi0flavored cake which was jointly purchased for $24 . the cake is divided into four pieces { s₁ , s₂ , s₃ , and s₄ } . the following table gives the dollar value of each of the slices according to ech of the four friends.

which of the four slices are concedered fair shares according to Ron?

• A) s₁
• B) s₃ and s₄
• C) s₁ , s₃ and s₄
• D) All pieces .
• E) None of the above .

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Definitions:

Potassium

A chemical element with symbol K and atomic number 19, it's a vital nutrient that regulates fluid balance and nerve signals.

Oxidation Number

The oxidation number is a value assigned to an element in a chemical compound that represents the number of electrons lost or gained by an atom of that element in the compound.

Oxygen

A chemical element with the symbol O, essential for most forms of life and known for its role in combustion and respiration.

MgO

Magnesium oxide, a white hygroscopic solid mineral that is used as a refractory material, in medication, and as a magnesium source in animal feeds.