Math Problem Statement
10 people can claim joint ownership of an item and intend to divide it by the Method of Sealed Bids. The winner offers a bid of $50,000 how much will that bidder need to put into a kitty for the other bidders to be compensated?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fair Division
Sealed Bids Method
Proportional Distribution
Formulas
Fair Share per Person = Winning Bid / Number of Bidders
Amount to Put in Kitty = Winning Bid - Fair Share of the Winner
Theorems
Fair Division Principle
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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