Kevin had $12.98 to spend at an online music store. He bought 1 song for $1.99 and 1 song for $0.98.

About how much money did Kevin have left? (Give your answer to the nearest dollar.)

A.
$2

B.
$5

C.
$10

D.
$13

Question

Kevin had $12.98 to spend at an online music store. He bought 1 song for $1.99 and 1 song for $0.98. 
 
About how much money did Kevin have left? (Give your answer to the nearest dollar.)
 
 A.
$2
 
 B.
$5
 
 C.
$10
 
 D.
$13

anonymous · Answer

What do you think?

anonymous · Answer

idk

brrandyn · Answer

christianforchrist13, wrong subject once again :). Model your equation by setting values to corresponding sides. 

Kevin spends a total of: 
1.99+.98=2.97

Subtract it from Kevin's initial amount of "spending money."
2.97+x=12.98

Kevin has $10.01 remaining.

anonymous · Answer

you have to at least try, because I know for a fact that you just want a direct answer the leave. Give Help, Not Answers –

anonymous · Answer

not the right spot @christanforchrist13

anonymous · Answer

^^^^^^ Yes, You need to put Math questions in the Math section. (not trying to be rude :)

anonymous · Answer

Brandyn, Great Job with explaining! Here's a medal! :) @Brrandyn

brrandyn · Answer

Rather than express contempt towards a novice on OpenStudy, refer them where appropriate. http://openstudy.com/study#/groups/Mathematics /rtc

anonymous · Answer

^^^^^^^^^