Question

John had $200 in his bank account. He made a purchase at the grocery store that was $1.50 more than he had in his account. Select the point on the number line that represents the balance of his bank account after buying groceries. please answer!

Answer 1

-1.5 would be his balance

Answer 2

-1.50 . Please have a look in attachment

Explanation:

John had $200 in his bank account.

Account Balance = +200

John made a purchase at the grocery store that was $1.50 more than he had in his account.

Grocery Amount = 200 + 1.50

= -201.50

Account balance after purchasing grocery = 200.00 - 201.50

= -$1.50

Account balance is negative.

Please see the attachment for number line.