Below is an instruction that describes a task. Write a response that appropriately completes the request in English. Please answer in English.

### Instruction:
John has 2 umbrellas in his house and 1 in the car.  If they cost $8 each, how much did he pay in total?

### Response:
He paid $8*3=$<<8*3=24>>24 for all 3 umbrellas
#### 24

