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.

Q: On Wednesday , Joan spent 4 half - dollars playing pinball . The next day , she spent 14 half - dollars on pinball . What was the total amount Joan spent playing pinball ?

A: 9
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Q: Benny goes to lunch with Sally and Sandy . The total bill came to 15 dollars . They decided to equally split up the bill , how much will each person have to pay ?

A: 5
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Q: The school is planning a field trip . There are 45 students and 9 seats on each school bus . How many buses are needed to take the trip ?

A:
5
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