How to calculate the empirical and molecular formula

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An unknown compound has a molar mass of 118.10 g/mol. Given the following mass percent composition: 40.7% C, 5.13% H, and 54.2% O, calculate the empirical and molecular formula, respectively. (Note: When entering the answer do not worry about subcripting the numbers.

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