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Addition and Subtraction Equations

Question 1 • *WHS Pre-Algebra - MA3119 A-CR

Gamal spent $12.50 at the book store. The difference between the amount he spent at the video game store and the amount he spent at the book store was $17. The equation can be used to represent this situation, where d is the amount Gamal spent at the video game store. Which equation is an equivalent equation that can be used to find the amount Gamal spent at the video game store?

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Answer
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d = 17 minus 12.50
Option A
B
d = 17 + 12.50
Option B
C
d minus 12.50 = negative 17
Option C
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d + 12.50 = 17
Option D
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