Question

Sarah spent $15.75 at the movies on a ticket and snacks. Then she earned $40 babysitting, and bought a book for $9.50. Sarah has $34.75 left. How much money did she start with?

Answer 1

Sarah spent $15.75 at the movies on a ticket and snacks.

She earned $40 babysitting.

She bought a book for $9.50.

She has $34.75 left.

=> The amount of money she started with:

A = 34.75 + 9.5 - 40 + 15.75 = 20$

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