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Write a number sentence representing the structure of the following problem situations. 2.3.1 Senzo bought 4 baked bean cans. Each 410g can cost R14.45. She also bought a bag of potatoes. Senzo paid R92.79 in total. How much did the potatoes cost? (2) 2.3.2 Dineo had R653.80 in her purse. After paying her clothing account, she now has R157.38. How much did Dineo pay for her clothing account?

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Explanation:

(1)

1 can of baked bean = R 14.45

4 baked bean cans = 4 * 14.45 = R 57.8

total bill = R 92.79

cost of 1 bag of potatoes = 92.79 - 57.8 = R 34.99

(2)

Total amount = R 653.80

Total amount left = R 157.38

bill paid for clothing = 653.80 - 157.38 = R 496.42

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