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What is the total cost of multiple items when adding their individual prices together?

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To find the total cost, sum the prices of all items. For example, if an item costs $8.95 and another costs $4.95, the total cost is $8.95 + $4.95 = $13.90.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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How do you calculate the change received after a purchase?

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To calculate change, subtract the total cost of the items from the amount given to the cashier. For example, if a toy costs $5.45 and you give a $10 bill, the change is $10 - $5.45 = $4.55.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What is the cost of buying multiple identical items?

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To find the total cost of multiple identical items, multiply the price of one item by the number of items purchased. For example, if each box of cookies costs $4.95 and you buy 2 boxes, the total cost is $4.95 x 2 = $9.90.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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How do you find the total expenditure on food items?

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Add the prices of all food items purchased. For example, if a hot dog costs $1.50, chips cost $0.75, and a soda costs $2.20, the total expenditure is $1.50 + $0.75 + $2.20 = $4.45.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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How do you determine the remaining balance after making purchases?

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To find the remaining balance, subtract the total amount spent from the initial amount of money. For example, if you start with $20.00 and spend $3.99 on socks and $5.50 on gloves, the remaining balance is $20.00 - ($3.99 + $5.50) = $10.51.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What is the importance of understanding money word problems?

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Understanding money word problems helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as practical financial literacy necessary for everyday transactions.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What strategies can be used to solve money word problems?

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Strategies include identifying key information, translating words into mathematical operations, setting up equations, and checking the work for accuracy.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the significance of rounding in money calculations?

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Rounding is significant in money calculations to simplify numbers for easier computation, especially when dealing with cents, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions.

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How do you convert dollars to cents?

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To convert dollars to cents, multiply the dollar amount by 100. For example, $5.00 is equal to 500 cents.