Becky has 50 necklaces in her jewelry collection. 3 of the necklaces have broken beads so she collects the unbroken beads for crafting and throws the other parts of the 3 the necklaces out. Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week. She decides to give 15 of her old necklaces to her friends as gifts. How many necklaces does she own now? Let's answer step by step:
Becky started with 50 necklaces and then got rid of 3, 50 - 3 = 47 necklaces. Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week, 47 + 5 = 52 necklaces. She gives 17 of her necklaces as gifts to friends, 52 - 15 = 37 necklaces Becky owns now. The answer: 37.