Question

Which set of steps could be used to solve this story problem?

Helena read 4 books per week for the first 3 weeks of her summer vacation. She read 2 books per week for the last 4 weeks. She also read 2 magazines each week.

How many books did Helen read over summer vacation?

A.
Multiply 4 by 3. Then multiply 2 by 4. Add the two products.

B.
Add 3 and 4. Then add 2 and 4. Add the two sums.

C.
Multiply 3 × 4. Then add 4 to that product. Then subtract 2.

D.
Add 4 and 4. Then divide that sum by 2 and add 3 to the quotient.