Question

Irene has a checking account. On Monday she writes a $160 check for groceries. Then she deposits $125 into her account. Finally, she writes another check for $40. What was the total change in the amount of money in Irene’s account on Monday?

Irene's account balance decreased by $______ on Monday.

Answer 1

First you can see that there are 3 numbers 160,125,and 40 you can add 125 and 40 because they are both checks so then after you add you get $165 in checks do you then subtract $125 which is how much she put in and you get $40. So, she has $-40
In her bank account meaning her back scout was decreased by $40.