Question

select the correct answer
the utility company made a mistake on ians electric bill. the company has agreed to credit ians account for five transactions, each worth $4.50.
will the net change to ians account be after the utility company lives up to the agreement?
a. -$22.50
b. -$4.50
c. $0.90
d. $4.50
e. $22.50

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the problem

The utility company will credit Ian's account for five transactions, each worth $4.50.

Step2: Calculate the total credit

The total credit is \(5\times4.50 = 22.50\). Since it is a credit (an addition to the account), the net change is positive.

Answer:

E. $22.50