Bart Simpson has $50 that he is thinking of using to buy a new skateboard. Instead, he could use it to buy an iPod shuffle, a state-of-the-art slingshot, or a gift card for his sister Lisa. Your answer # 11 If Bart spends the $50 on the skateboard, * 1 poin

Bart Simpson has $50 that he is thinking of using to buy a new skateboard. Instead, he could use it to buy an iPod shuffle, a state-of-the-art slingshot, or a gift card for his sister Lisa. Your answer # 11 If Bart spends the $50 on the skateboard, * 1 poin

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