Which estimate is most reasonable?

Francesca purchases a box of cereal for $2.98, hamburger for $4.12, tomatoes for $3.07, and milk for $1.96. She has $17 with her. About how much change should she expect to receive?

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Which estimate is most reasonable?
 
Francesca purchases a box of cereal for $2.98, hamburger for $4.12, tomatoes for $3.07, and milk for $1.96. She has $17 with her. About how much change should she expect to receive?

texaschic101 · Answer

if you are looking for an estimate....round you numbers to the nearest whole number...
2.98 = 3
4.12 = 4
3.07 = 3
1.96 = 2
added = 12
she had 17...she spend an estimate of 12 leaving her with an estimate of getting $5 change back.