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: There were 73 parents, 724 pupils and 744 teachers in the program. 

 Question: How many people were present in the program?
1541

Context: 18 red peaches, 14 yellow peaches and 17 green peaches are in the basket. 

 Question: How many red and yellow peaches are in the basket?
32

Context: Because of the decision Sofia asked the students to suggest specific types of food from a total of 66 choices. If 450 students suggested adding mashed potatoes 38 suggested adding bacon to the menu and the rest did not participate 

 Question: How many students participated in the suggestion of new food items?

488