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?
Becky started with 50 necklaces and then got rid of 3, 50 - 3 = <<50-3=47>>47 necklaces.
Becky buys 5 new necklaces that week, 47 + 5 = <<47+5=52>>52 necklaces.
She gives 17 of her necklaces as gifts to friends, 52 - 15 = <<37=37>>37 necklaces Becky owns now.
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