Question

Before Tonya went shopping she had $165.00 in her account. She returned a jacket that cost $46.50, brought 2 pairs of socks for $5.99 each, and went to lunch and a movie for 28.00. What is Tonya's account balance now?

A) $125.00
B) $158.00
C)$ 171.52
D)$ 177.51

PLEASE EXPLAIN YOUR ANSWER
Neha

Answer 1

C) $171.52

Explanation:

First she returned something which gave her more money than she started with. (165+46.5=211.5). Then she spent 11.98 (for socks) and 28.00 (for lunch and movie) both of which decreased her money. So (211.5 - (11.98+28)) = $171.52