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Practice 2:

Wendy wants to go to the movies with Rick on Saturday night. One admission ticket costs $7.75, one large soda costs $3.25, and the large tub of buttered popcorn costs $4.75. Wendy wants to estimate the cost of going to the movies to make sure she has enough money to go. She buys both admission tickets, two sodas, and one large tub of popcorn to share.

  • What is the best estimate for what Wendy may need to spend for going to the movies with Rick?
  • Explain in detail how you found your answer using words, numbers, and/or pictures.

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