MEGA Elementary Education Multi-Content Practice Test

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Which mathematical model should be used to determine the money left after buying headphones?

(5.99 x 6) - 25.99
25.99 - (5.99 x 6)
(25.99 ÷ 6) - 5.99
5.99 - (25.99 ÷ 6)

The correct answer is: (5.99 x 6) - 25.99

The correct choice involves calculating the total cost of buying six pairs of headphones at a price of $5.99 each and then subtracting that total from the amount of money initially available, which is $25.99. In this model, the multiplication (5.99 x 6) represents the total amount spent on the headphones, resulting in the total cost of six headphones. Then, by subtracting this total cost from the initial amount of $25.99, you accurately find out how much money remains after the purchase. This approach effectively combines the arithmetic operations of multiplication and subtraction to answer the question. This option is appropriate because it clearly demonstrates the steps needed to arrive at the remaining balance after subtracting the cost of the headphones from the initial amount available.