Question

Gisele and her father went shopping. Gisele spent $32 on a dress. Her father gave her $20 more. Then she spent $19.50 on a pair of shoes. After she finished shopping, she had $12.75 left. Explain how you could find how much money Gisele had before she went shopping.​

Answer 1

$44.25

Explanation:

-32 + 20 - 19.5 + X = 12.75

-12 - 19.5 + X= 12.75

-31.5 + X = 12.75

31.5 + 12.75 = X

44.25 = X

This may not make sense, but I think it is correct. I am only a middle schooler, so. Tell me if it works!