Patty spent 3 1/2 times as much as Sandy on their shopping trip. If Sandy spent $20.50, how much did Patty spend?
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3.5 * 20.5
To find out how much Patty spent, we need to multiply the amount Sandy spent by 3 1/2.
Start by converting the mixed number 3 1/2 to an improper fraction.
3 1/2 = (2 * 3 + 1)/2 = 7/2
Next, multiply the amount Sandy spent by 7/2 to find out how much Patty spent.
$20.50 * 7/2 = $143.50
Therefore, Patty spent $143.50 on their shopping trip.