Mrs. Reyes purchased nine books for her classroom that each cost $5.63. Using complete sentences, explain how to find the total cost of the books. Make sure your answer includes the steps of the algorithm you would use, as well as the product.

Sanderson is having trouble with his assignment. his shown work is as follows: − 3 7 7 3 = − 3 7 × 7 3 = − 21 21 = −1 however, his answer does not match the answer that his teacher gives him. complete the description of sanderson's mistake. find the correct answer.