Question

Amelia had 26 sea shells. Then, she collected 10 more sea shells. After that, she gave S sea shells to her little sister. Which of the following shows how many sea shells she has currently?

A. 26 + S + 10
B. 26 - 10 - S
C. 26 + S - 10
D. 26 + 10 - S

Answer 1

26+10-S or 36-S

Explanation:

She has 26 shells and collected 10 more

26+10

And the she gave her sister S shells

26+10-S or 36-S