There were 3*120=<<3*120=360>>360 calories in the package

So he ate 360/2=<<360/2=180>>180 calories

# Answer

180
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A package of candy has 3 servings with 120 calories each.  John eats half the package.  How many calories did he eat?
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A package of candy has 3 servings with 120 calories each.  John eats half the package.  How many calories did he eat?
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