Josh practices soccer 2 hours x 3 days = <<2*3=6>>6 hours.

He practices band 1.5 hours x 2 days = <<1.5*2=3>>3 hours.

From Monday to Friday, on extracurricular activities, Josh spends 6 + 3 = <<6+3=9>>9 hours.

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Josh has soccer practice on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  He has band practice on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  From Monday to Friday, how many hours does Josh spend on extracurricular activities?
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Josh has soccer practice on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  He has band practice on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  From Monday to Friday, how many hours does Josh spend on extracurricular activities?
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