Question

Larry has $20 to spend at the store. He plans to purchase five items that cost $5.79, $7.63, $3.46, $2.99, and $3.65. Larry estimated his total cost to make sure he has enough for his purchase. Is his estimate accurate?

Answer 1

His estimate is not accurate because the total of those five items costs more than how much he has to spend. His total would be $23.52.

Answer 2

Total cost of the items=5.79+7.63+3.46+2.99+3.65=$23.52
Since the cost of the items he plans to buy is 23.52-20=$3.52 more than $20, Larry’s estimate is incorrect.