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Which shows a correct order to solve this story problem?

Simone was arranging a party for some friends. She needed 25 balloons and 12 packs of napkins. Napkins cost $4.50 per pack and balloons cost $0.75 each. How much money did Simone spend?
A. Step 1: Multiply $0.75 by 12. Step 2: Multiply $4.50 by 25. Step 3: Add the two products.
B. Step 1: Add $0.75 and 12. Step 2: Add $4.50 and 25. Step 3: Multiply the two sums.
C. Step 1: Multiply $0.75 by 25. Step 2: Multiply $4.50 by 12. Step 3: Add the two products. D. Step 1: Calculate the cost of 1 napkin. Step 2: Multiply $0.75 by 25. Step 3: Add the two numbers together.

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i think the answer is c

User RobyB
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The Answer is C. You have to fin how much she spent on each item then add the two together.
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