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The symbols $ and # each represent one of the following operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. What is the value of 1 $ 1 # 1?

1) 2 $ 2 # 2 = 3
2) 3 $ 2 # 1 = 5

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1) 2 $ 2 # 2 = 3
is only possible in one way
2/2+2 = (1)+2 = 3
Thus, sufficient

2) 3 $ 2 # 1 = 5
3*2-1=5
3+2/1=5
Therefore, insufficient.

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