During the race, there were five ads, lasting 3 minutes each, so in total, they lasted 5 * 3 = <<5*3=15>>15 minutes.

So the total cost of these ads was 15 * 4000 = $<<15*4000=60000>>60000.

# Answer

60000
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During a race transmitted on television, five advertisements were shown, lasting 3 minutes each. One minute of advertising costs $4000. What was the cost of transmitting these advertisements during the race?
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During a race transmitted on television, five advertisements were shown, lasting 3 minutes each. One minute of advertising costs $4000. What was the cost of transmitting these advertisements during the race?
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