Which is an equation for the given word problem?

After Joel deposits $25.50 into his savings account, his balance is $275.00.

Which equation can be used to find the amount, n, in his account before he made the deposit?

A.
25.50 – n = 275.00

B.
25.50 + n = 275.00

C.
n + 275.00 = 25.50

D.
n – 275.00 = 25.50

Question

Which is an equation for the given word problem?
 
After Joel deposits $25.50 into his savings account, his balance is $275.00.
 
Which equation can be used to find the amount, n, in his account before he made the deposit?
 
 A.
25.50 – n = 275.00
 
 B.
25.50 + n = 275.00
 
 C.
n + 275.00 = 25.50
 
 D.
n – 275.00 = 25.50

anonymous · Answer

I would say D. You don't know how much he had. You do know he added 25.50. You also know that the total amount of money he has is 275.00. So I say B. :)

anonymous · Answer

Sorry about the typo at the beginning. I meant to type B. :)

texaschic101 · Answer

n = original balance
he deposits 25.50...so he adds 25.50
ending up with 275.00 .....so it equals 275

n + 25.50 = 275.....or 25.50 + n = 275