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A group consists of a certain number of individuals. If two members, each weighing 59 kg, leave the group, the average weight of the remaining members decreases by 1 kg. Alternatively, if three members, each weighing 60 kg, leave the group, the average weight of the remaining members decreases by 2 kg. Determine the total number of individuals initially present in the group.

A 10

B 8

C 12

D 14

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