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Make a table to keep track of the profit (or loss) each week.

W
e
e
k
Box-Office Receipts (R)
Percentage (p) to Distributor
Amount,
A = Rp to Distributor
Other Expenses (E)
Profit or (Loss) R-A=E
1
$15,000        
2
$12,000        
3
$12,000        
4
$10,000        
Total   -$100
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