Question

Samuel has $2,000 in the bank and owns a car worth $9,000. He also has $10,000 worth of student loans and a $500 credit card bill. What is

Samuel's total debt?
Select the best answer from the choices provided.
O
so
B.
$10,500
C.
D.
$1,100
$500

Answer 1

$10,500

Explanation:

Assets DO NOT PAY your debts.

he STILL owes $10,500 regardless of his bank account and his car's worth.

- Math teacher here

Answer 2

He still owes $500, out of his $10,500 debt

Explanation:

2,000 + 9,000 - 10,000 + 500 = 500