Originally Posted by
PhotoJim
Yes. And to the correct dollar amount. No fudging.
If in doubt, declare and explain. The border agent will make a decision based on the information you provide (and most will appreciate your honesty).
As a guy who's travelled US/Canada about 40* / year for years now, I think some posters here are being a little over dramatic.
The border agent will make a decision based on HOW you answer questions more that WHAT your answers are.
If you are direct, look them in the eye, sure of yourself . . . You will get thru 99% of the time.