Question

olivia has $240 in her bank account. each month, her bank deducts a $12.50 fee for maintaining a balance below $250. if olivia makes no other deposits or withdrawals, how much money will be in her account at the end of five months?

$62.50
$177.50
$187.50
$302.50

Explanation:

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Calculate the total fees deducted over five months

\[
5 \times \$12.50 = \$62.50
\]

Subtract the total fees from the initial balance

\[
\$240.00 - \$62.50 = \$177.50
\]
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