Question

Which shows a correct order to solve this story problem?

Each morning Mike bikes 3.5 miles. Each afternoon he bikes 2.3 miles.

How many miles will Mike have biked in 6 days?

A.
Step 1: Multiply 3.5 by 6.
Step 2: Multiply 2.3 by 6.
Step 3: Subtract the two products.

B.
Step 1: Multiply 3.5 by 2.3.
Step 2: Divide the product by 6.

C.
Step 1: Multiply 3.5 by 2.3.
Step 2: Multiply the product by 6.

D.
Step 1: Multiply 3.5 by 6.
Step 2: Multiply 2.3 by 6.
Step 3: Add the two products.