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Question 17 • Algebra I

Fiona doubled the original amount in her savings account, s Which expression represents her new balance and what is that new balance if s is equal to 160 ?

Answer
A
2 s ; when s is equal to 160 , the new balance in Fiona’s savings account is 80 dollars .
B
s over 2 ; when s is equal to 160 , the new balance in Fiona’s savings account is 320 dollars .
C
2 s ; when s is equal to 160 , the new balance in Fiona’s savings account is 320 dollars .
D
s over 2 ; when s is equal to 160 , the new balance in Fiona’s savings account is 80 dollars .

Explanation

Doubling the original amount means multiplying s by 2, so the new balance is 2s. Substitute s = 160: 2 × 160 = 320. Therefore, Fiona’s new balance is $320, which matches choice C.

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