Question

Lyle deposited a check for $75.26. He’ll use the check register to record his transaction. What will be his new balance?

An account statement has a balance of 862 dollars and 72 cents. 41 dollars and 56 cents is debited for a medical bill.
$821.00
$896.44
$938.00
$979.56

Answer 1

Start with $862.72, subtract the medical bill: 862.72 − 41.56 = 821.16.
Add Lyle’s deposit: 821.16 + 75.26 = 896.42.

Closest choice given: $896.44.