You are given a math word problem and you are supposed to apply an addition mathematical operator on the numbers embedded in the text to answer the following question and then only report the final numerical answer.

Context: Robin has 43 packages of gum. There are 23 pieces in each package. Robin has 8 extra pieces of gum. 

 Question: How many pieces of gum does Robin have?
997

Context: Edward spent $ 6 to buy books and $ 16 to buy pens. Now he has $ 19. 

 Question: How much did Edward have before he spent his money?
41

Context: Allan brought 7 balloons and 5 balls while Jake brought 6 balloons and 4 balls to the park. 

 Question: How many balls did Allan and Jake have in the park?

9