Troy and Lazetta are solving the following word problem:
Rosalie's cat weights 9.7 pounds. Her dog weighs 25.8 pounds. What is the weight of both animals
combined?
Troy sets up his problem as 9.7 + 25.8. Lazetta sets up her problem as 25.8 +9.7. Who is correct? Complete
the explanation of your answer.

Troy and Lazetta are solving the following word problem Rosalies cat weights 97 pounds Her dog weighs 258 pounds What is the weight of both animals combined Tro class=