Which shows a correct order to solve this story problem?
Simone was arranging a party for some friends. She needed 25 balloons and 12 packs of napkins. Napkins cost $4.50 per pack and balloons cost $0.75 each.
How much money did Simone spend?
A.
Step 1: Multiply $0.75 by 12.
Step 2: Multiply $4.50 by 25.
Step 3: Add the two products.
B.
Step 1: Add $0.75 and 12.
Step 2: Add $4.50 and 25.
Step 3: Multiply the two sums.
C.
Step 1: Multiply $0.75 by 25.
Step 2: Multiply $4.50 by 12.
Step 3: Add the two products.
D.
Step 1: Calculate the cost of 1 napkin.
Step 2: Multiply $0.75 by 25.
Step 3: Add the two numbers together.