Question

Jay earned $220 during the summer for delivering magazines. He bought 5 shirts worth $15 each using his magazine money. How much money was left after he bought the shirts?

Select one:
a. $41
b. $47
c. $135
d. $145

Answer 1

$145

Explanation:

15x5= 75. 220-75=145. Therefore, Jay has $145 left.

Answer 2

145

Explanation:

if you multiply 5 and 15 you know how much money he spent. If you take 220 and subtract 75 (the answer from the first part) you will get your answer of 145