Solve the problem.



Chris had 12 packs of gum. He gave 3 away to Molly, Brent, and Justin. How many packs did he have left?



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Chris had 12 packs of gum. He gave 3 packs away, so he had 12 - 3 = 9 packs left. Answer: <<9>>9 packs.