Question

Jennifer has a $20 bill to buy school supplies. She wants to buy 4 notebooks that cost $2.55 each and 3 cases of pencils that cost $1.99 each.

How much change will she get back after she pays for the items?


$3.83

$5.97

$10.20

$16.17

Answer 1

$3.83

Explanation:

Step 1- Multiply

4×2.55= 10.20

3×1.99= 5.97

Step 2- Add

10.20+5.97= 16.17

Step 3- Subtract

20-16.17= 3.83

She will get $3.83 back after she pays for the items.