Question

Select the algebraic equation that correctly represents the given sentence: Jane currently has $3,360 in her savings account. Prior to getting paid, she had $1,230 in her savings account. How much was Jane's paycheck?

A. $1,230 + $3,360 = x
B. $1,230 + x = $3,360
C. $1,230x = $3,360
D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct algebraic equation representing the situation is $1,230 + x = $3,360, where x is Jane's paycheck. Subtraction shows that Jane's paycheck was $2,130.

Step-by-step explanation:

The algebraic equation that correctly represents the given sentence "Jane currently has $3,360 in her savings account. Prior to getting paid, she had $1,230 in her savings account. How much was Jane's paycheck?" is B. $1,230 + x = $3,360.

In this equation, x represents the amount of Jane's paycheck. To solve for x, we would subtract the initial amount in the savings account from the current amount:

• $3,360 - $1,230 = x
• $2,130 = x

Therefore, Jane's paycheck was $2,130.