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

Q: On Wednesday , Joan spent 4 half - dollars playing pinball . The next day , she spent 14 half - dollars on pinball . What was the total amount Joan spent playing pinball ?

A: 9
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Q: Mike went to 15 basketball games this year , but missed 41 . He went to 39 games last year . How many basketball games did Mike go to in total ?

A: 54
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Q: When Joan was visited by the toothfairy , she received 14 each of quarters , half - dollars , and dimes . How much money did the toothfairy leave Joan ?

A:
11.9
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