Question

Dana has $25, she went to the store and spent $10. She then received $50 for a birthday present. Dana was excited until she realized she needed new tires. The tires cost $75.

Tracey has $50. She had to get gas for her car which was $25. She returned a TV to Wal-Mart and received $100. Tracey purchased a new pair of boots for $150?

In the table, figure out how much money that each person has or owes after their purchases.
Summary of Dana’s Money
Summary of Tracey’s Money
Who ends up with the least amount of money after their purchases?

Answer 1

Tracey (-$25)

Explanation:

Dana=(25-10)+50-75= -10

Tracey=(50-25)+100-150= -25

Answer 2

Dana:

Starts with 25 = 25

Spends 10 = 25 - 10 = 15

Received 50 = 15 + 50 = 65

New tires cost 75 = 65 - 75 = -10

Tracey:

Starts with 50 = 50

Gets gas for 25 = 50 - 25 = 25

Received 100 = 25 + 125 = 125

Purchased boots for 150 = 125 - 150 = -25

Tracey ends up with the least amount of money after their purchases.

Hope this helps! :)