Question

1. find the difference: 85.37 - 75.2 =

a 160.57
b 10
c 10.35
d 10.17

Explanation:

Step1: Align decimal points

Write the numbers as \( 85.37 - 75.20 \) (adding a zero to make decimals equal).

Step2: Subtract column by column

Subtract the tenths and hundredths: \( 0.37 - 0.20 = 0.17 \). Subtract the ones and tens: \( 85 - 75 = 10 \). Combine results: \( 10 + 0.17 = 10.17 \).

Answer:

D. 10.17