Question

Twelve people ordered calculators. The least expensive was $5.95 and the most expensive was $12.95. Half ordered a $9.95 calculator. Select the best estimate of the amount spent on calculators.(1 point)
$125

$90

$160

$140

Answer 1

Answer:

Round up all costs

Least expensive: $6

Most expensive: $13

Half (half of 12 people is 6) ordered $10 calculators so 6x10=$60

Other half

(6+13)/2= $9.5 round up to $10 so 6x10=$60

$60 + 60=$120 best estimate $125

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