Question

Tyler is overdrawn at the bank by $180. His brother owes $70 more than him. How much money does Tyler’s brother owe the bank? Is the $180 a positive or negative amount? Is the $70 a positive or negative amount

Answer 1

Tyler owes $250 and both $180 and $70 are positive.

Explanation:

Tyler owes $180.

Tyler's brother owes $70 more than him.

180 + 70 = 250

Tyler owes the bank $250.