Marian went shopping and bought clothes for $76.17 and books for $44.98. She then had a meal at the mall for $19.15. Which is the best estimate of the total cost of her shopping trip?

Question

a $150

b $130

c $120

d $140

Answer 1

The best estimate of the total cost of her shopping trip would be:

$76.17 (clothes) + $44.98 (books) + $19.15 (meal) = $140.30

Therefore, the best estimate would be $140, so the answer is d) $140.