Amy saved $200 over the summer. She went shopping for 3 shirts that cost $20 each. When she saw the jeans she liked, she also bough 3 pairs for $25 each.

Question

" Write a mathematical expression for her shopping spree. How much money is Remaining? Explain your answer using complete Sentences. "

Answer 1

200 - 3(20) - 3(25) = 200-60-75 = 65

 

Amy saved $200.  She bought 3 shirts at $20 each for a total of $60 and 3 pairs of jeans at $25 each for a total of $75.  After she purchased the shirts and jeans she had $65 left.