We are required to find the total sum of money given the fraction
The total sum of money is $9
let
Total sum of money = x
8 1/3 of x = $75
8 1/3 × x = $75
25/3 × x = 75
25/3x = 75
Divide both sides by 25/3
x = 75 ÷ 25/3
x = 75 × 3/25
x = (75 × 3) / 25
x = 225 / 25
x = 9
Therefore, the total sum of money is $9
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