Question

Ellen is making a jacket, which costs $42 at the store. She will need 5 yd. of fabric at $4.79 per yard, a pattern that costs $2.50, and a zipper that costs $3.15. She has thread at home. About how much will she save by making the jacket herself

Answer 1

well you would first multiply 4.79* 5 =23.95
then add 2.50 to that (23.95+2.5 =26.45)
then add 3.15 (26.45+3.15=29.60)
subtract that total from the original cost (42-29.60=12.40)
she saves $12.40

Answer 2

thank yu