After paying $3.83 for a sandwich, Krystal has $37.44. How much money did she have before buying the sandwich?

Question

If Krystal payed $6.83 for a sandwich and now she have $37.44. How much money did she hav

e before buying the sandwich?

Answer 1

m represents the money she had to begin.

 

m - 3.83 = 37.44

 

Can you solve for m?

Answer 2

Did Krystal pay $3.83 or $6.83 for a sandwich? 

Add whichever is the correct amount to $37.44.

3.83 + 37.44 = $41.27

6.83 + 37.44 = $44.27