Question

Jorge had 55 football cards. He traded 8 cards for 5 from Elise. He traded 6 more for 4 from Leon and 5 for 3 from Bret. Finally, he traded 12 cards for 9 from Ginger. How many cards does Jorge have now?

Answer 1

8-5 = 3
55-3 = 52
6-4 = 2
52 - 2 = 50
5-3 = 2
50 - 2 = 48
12-9 = 3
48 - 3 = 45

He has 45 cards left