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Javier is $175 \%$ heavier than his brother. If Javier's brother weighs 80 pounds, how much does Javier weigh?

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Step 1 :Calculate the percentage difference in weight between Javier and his brother: \(1.75 \times 80\)

Step 2 :Find the actual weight difference between them: \(1.75 \times 80 = 140\)

Step 3 :Add this weight difference to his brother's weight to find Javier's weight: \(80 + 140\)

Step 4 :\(\boxed{220}\)

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