SOLUTION: The Longs checking account was overdrawn by $35.87. On September 12, they deposited $580 in the account. While shopping on September 18, Mrs.Long wrote checks for $25 and $254.09.

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Question 234706: The Longs checking account was overdrawn by $35.87. On September 12, they deposited $580 in the account. While shopping on September 18, Mrs.Long wrote checks for $25 and $254.09. Find their new account balance.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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The overdrawn amount is recorded as a minus amount
-35.87
Now add this to the deposit, which is a plus amount
580+-+35.87+=+544.13
The checks written are also recorded as minus
-25 and -254.09
I add these minus amounts to the plus amount I have so far
544.13+-+25+-+254.09+=+544.13+-+279.13
544.13+-+279.13+=+265
The new account balence is $265