Did you know where the slang term “Benjamins” originated? It’s a reference to Benjamin Franklin, an inventor and one of the ”founding fathers” of the United States, whose face appears on the $100 bill. So when your friend mentions “Benjamins,” she’s really talking about money! How much do you know about money? Click here to find out! Want to learn more? Go to our hot list of cool websites, books, and magazines.

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