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1) Sarah went to the store for her mother. She bought dog food for $3.89, milk for $3.29, and cereal for $2.99. Which is the best estimate of the total cost of these items, not including tax?

A. $8

B. $10

C. $12

D. $14

E. $16



2) The fifth graders from Lamar Elementary went on a field trip to the zoo. They counted 28 buses from different schools. If there were 32 students on each bus, which is the best estimate of the total number of students on the buses?

A. 400

B. 600

C. 700

D. 800

E. 900



3) Dustin bought a compact disc for $12.98 and a package of blank compact disc for $16.98. Which is the best estimate of the total amount he spent on these items, not including tax?

A. $10

B. $20

C. $30

D. $40

E. $50



4) Mrs. Williams teaches 6 math classes each day. There are from 28 to 32 students in each class. Which is a reasonable total number of students Mrs. Williams teaches each day?

A. Less than 100

B. Between 100 and 150

C. Between 150 and 200

D. Between 200 and 250

E. More than 250