You are given a math word problem and you are supposed to apply multiplication or division mathematical operators on the numbers embedded in the text to answer the following question and then only report the final numerical answer.
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Question: Michael has 16 blocks stored in boxes . If there are 8 boxes , how many blocks must go in each box ?

Answer: 2


Question: Eric has 3 boxes of pencils . Each box holds 9 pencils . How many pencils does Eric have ?

Answer: 27


Question: Ned bought 14 boxes of chocolate candy and gave 7 to his little brother . If each box has 6 pieces inside it , how many pieces did Ned still have ?

Answer:
42