Question

Mrs Lim hod 5245

She spent $78 and gove $36 to her son
How much money did Mrs Lim have in the end?

Answer 1

$5131

Explanation:

First, break down the word problem. Mrs. Lim had $5245, spent $78, and gave $36 away to her son. Next, set up an equation.

5246 - 78 - 36 = ?

$5131

Answer 2

$5,131

Explanation:

First, add together the values of the money she lost:

78 + 36

= 114

Then, subtract this from her total amount:

5245 - 114

= 5131

So, in the end, Mrs. Lim had $5,131