Question

Three friends go to the local farmers marketing. Ashley spends $8.25. Natalie spends 4 times as much as Ashley. Patrick spends $9.50 more thanks Natalie. How much does patrickspend?

Answer 1

Answer:

$42.50

Explanation:

Natalie spends 4 times $8.25, so spends $33.00. Patrick spends $9.50 more than that, so spends $42.50.

... 4 × $8.25 = $33.00

... $33.00 +9.50 = $42.50

Answer 2

Patrick spends $42.50

$8.25 x 4 = $33

$33 + 9.50 =

$42.50