Question

The seventh-grade at Van Buren Middle School spent $225.98 on supplies for car wash it rained and they only earned $82.75. What were the neet earnings of the car wash?

A-$308.73
B-$143.23
C $143.23
D $308.73

Answer 1

To find the net earnings of the car wash, subtract the amount spent on supplies from the amount earned.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order to find the net earnings of the car wash, we need to subtract the amount spent on supplies, $225.98, from the amount earned, $82.75.

Net Earnings = Amount Earned - Amount Spent on Supplies

Net Earnings = $82.75 - $225.98

Net Earnings = - $143.23

The net earnings of the car wash were -$143.23. Therefore, the correct answer is Option C: $143.23.