Question

Sterling already owes his parents $40. He asks to borrow money from them to purchase candy bars for his friends that cost $1.50 each. The rule in Sterling's house is that he can owe his parents no more than $50. How many candy bars can he purchase and still stay within the maximum borrowing amount?

Answer 1

Answer: 6

Step-by-step explanation: 6 because then he would owe his parents 49 dollars