Mr Tan, Mrs Lim and Amir donate to a charity. Mr Tan donates 20% more than Mrs Lim. Amir donates 2/5 of what Mrs Lim donates. Together, they donate $2,080. How much does Mr Tan donate?
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Step 1: Let Mrs Lim's donation = x.
Step 2: Mr Tan's donation = 1.20x (20% more than Mrs Lim).
Step 3: Amir's donation = (2/5)x = 0.40x.
Step 4: Total = 1.20x + x + 0.40x = 2.60x = $2,080.
Step 5: x = $2,080 ÷ 2.60 = $800. (Mrs Lim donates $800.)
Step 6: Mr Tan donates = 1.20 × $800 = $960.
Correct answer: $960
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