Question

Charles has $87 in his checking account. He spent $14 and $17, then deposited $33. If he wants to buy a television that cost $188, how much more money does he need?

A)$101
B)$124
C)$37
D)$99

Answer 1

The answer  to this question is D.$99

Answer 2

Charles need $99 more to buy the TV.

D) $99

Explanation:

Charles has $87, he spent $14 and $17, then deposited $33

Now Charles has = 87 - (14 +17) + 33

= 120 - 31

Now Charles has $89.

The TV cost $188.

Let's x be the amount does he need.

x + $89 = $188

x = $188 - $89

x = $99

Charles need $99 more to buy the TV.

The answer is D) $99

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