Question

Paula has three $5 bills, two $10 bills, and one $20 bill in her wallet. Does she have enough to buy a coat for $38.92 and a pair of shoes for $14.88?

Answer 1

Yes, she has $55 and will spend $53.8

Explanation:

First we need to know how much money Paula has:

Total money = 3 * 5 + 2 * 10 + 1 * 20 = 15 + 20 + 20 = $55

Then, we need to know how much money she will spend:

38.92 + 14.88 = $53.8

The total she will spend is less than the total she has, so Paula has enough money to buy the coat and the pair of shoes.

Answer 2

Answer: Yes, she does

Explanation:

Paula has three $5 bills. This equals (3 × $5) = $15

She also had two $10 bills. This equals (2× $10) = $20

She also has one $20 bill in her wallet.

She has a total amount of

= $15 + $20 + $20 = $55

She wante to buy a coat for $38.92 and a pair of shoes for $14.88. Total amount of the expenses will be:

$38.92 + $14.88 =$53.8

Since Paula has $55 with her and the expenses is $53.8, she has enough to cover the expenses.