Question

Charles has $87 in his checking account. He spent $14 and $17, then deposited $33. If he wants to buy a television that cost $188, how much more money does he need?

Answer 1

$99

Explanation:

Let's begin with the initial value, $87.

Having spent $14 + $17, or $31, Charles now has $87-$31, or $56, left in his account.

Having deposited $33, he now has $89.

To buy the $188 TV, he'd need $188 - $89, or $99 more.

Answer 2

He need $99 more

Explanation:

87-14-17=56+33=89

188-89=99