A garrison initially has enough food to feed 500 soldiers for 6 days. After 2 days, 100 soldiers leave. For how many more days will the remaining food last?

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3 Feb 2020
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The food supply is originally for 500 men for 6 days, totaling 3000 man-days of food. After 2 days, 500 men consume 1000 man-days, leaving 2000 man-days. With 400 men remaining, the food will last 2000 ÷ 400 = 5 days.

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