Look at this two-step problem. Riana buys shoes and sunglasses Leon buys a cap. How much more does Riana spend than Leon? First we need to find out the total amount that Riana spends. shoes cap
3
$45
$22 sunglasses $ 39
$45
$39
?
Next we need to compare Riana’s total with the cost of the cap.
We can find the difference between $84 and $22 by finding 84 − 22 or 22 + = $84.
$22
?
$84
Riana spends $66 more than Leon.
1 Find the total cost of these items. Make estimates first. (a) A sports bag and beach sandals
bat
$22
(b) 2 packs of balls and a bat (c) 2 bats and a sports bag (d) All 4 items How much change from $100 each time?
pack of balls
$13
sports bag
$45
beach sandals
$19
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