Math Blog #11

For lunch, Carla ordered a salad that cost $5.99. Amy's pizza cost $7.99. Both girls ordered sodas for $1.80 each. How much did their lunch cost altogether?

Step 1- Read the question

Step 2- Write down what they want to know

Step 3- Write down what information you know

Step 4- Write down what operations you have to follow (in order)

Step 5- Show your work

Step 6- Write your answer.