Question

Paul purchased 3 video games for $17.25 each. Which expression is the best choice to help him determine the total amount of money he spent?

(3)(−17.25) = −51.75; he spent $51.75
(−3)(17.25) = −51.75; he spent $51.75
(3)(17.25) = 51.75; he spent $51.75
(−3)(−17.25) = 51.75; he spent $51.75

Answer 1

@misty1212

Answer 2

@Abhisar

Answer 3

What one do you think?

Answer 4

b

Answer 5

The 3 indicates the number of games being bought. Does -3 games make sense to you?

Answer 6

C:

3 times 17.25 = the amount he spent.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

You were close. You just over looked the - negative sign.