Question

Yukio has a checking account. On Monday, he writes 3 checks for $65 each. His balance at the end of the day is $330.25. Use an equation with a variable to find Yukio's balance at the start of the day. Show your work.

Answer 1

starting balance = $525.25

Step-by-step explanation:

let the starting balance be b

start balance = 3 checks + final balance

start balance - 3 checks = final balance

Equation:

b -3(65) = $330.25

Solve this:

b -3($65) = $330.25

b - $195 = $330.25

b = $330.25 + $195

b = $525.25

So the starting balance is $525.25