Question

Which describes a situation when an estimation is appropriate?

A.
Margo wants to buy a sweater for $15.98 and a pair of socks for $1.98. She has $20. She wants to know if she has enough money to buy both.

B.
Margo buys a sweater for $15.98 and a pair of socks for $1.98. She gives the cashier $20. The cashier wants to know how much change to give Margo.

Answer 1

@jim_thompson5910

Answer 2

@CrazyCountryGirl

Answer 3

i think A

Answer 4

Yes, because in the second situation... the cashier should not need to estimate how much money to give back since that is an exact value

Answer 5

Correct!

Answer 6

thank you both