Question

“Kim borrows $4.25 from each of 3 friends. How much does he owe in all? Solve the problem using both multiplication and repeated addition (show your work).

Answer 1

$12.75

Explanation:

Multiply 4.25 by 3, since it says from each friend, not 4.25 from all three all together

Answer 2

$12.75

Explanation:

If you multiply 4.25 by 3 then you get 12.75.