Math Problem Statement
If you receive a paycheck for $13,454 in the month of June and spend $18,750 in outgoing bills, which integer represents how much you still owe for bills?
Solution
The problem asks you to determine how much you still owe for bills if you received a paycheck of $13,454 but spent $18,750 on bills.
Here’s the calculation:
- You received $13,454.
- You spent $18,750.
To find out how much more you owe, subtract the paycheck from the amount spent:
So, the correct integer representing how much you still owe is $5,296.
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Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:
- How would your balance change if you had received a larger paycheck?
- What would happen if your bills were lower than your paycheck?
- How can you break down larger expenses into manageable amounts?
- What strategies can be used to prevent overspending on bills?
- How would adding savings affect your total owed amount?
Tip: Always make sure to compare your income to your expenses regularly to stay financially balanced.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Subtraction
Basic Arithmetic
Formulas
Amount owed = Total bills - Paycheck
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7