Question

Justin solved this problem.

Marissa bought 6 boxes of nails. She paid $0.74 for each box. How much did Marissa pay for the nails?

Justin thought the answer was $44.40.

Is Justin's answer reasonable?

A.
Yes, Justin's answer is reasonable.

B.
No, Justin's answer should be closer to $0.44.

C.
No, Justin's answer should be closer to $4.40.

D.
No, Justin's answer should be closer to $440.

Answer 1

Just for a quick estimation, let each box of nails be 1 dollar

for 6 boxes at 1 dollar, she pays 6 bucks

is 44.40 reasonable then?

Answer 2

and if not, which is the most reasonable, Under 1 dollar, near 6 bucks, or over 400 dollars?

Answer 3

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