Let's first convert the word problem into a number expression as displayed below:
= 59.2 - 84.7
Now let's see what expressions each of the options are equivalent to.
Option A -
= 84.7 - 59.2
This is incorrect as the signs ( positive or negative ) are the opposite of the original expression. Therefore, Option A is incorrect.
Option B -
= - 84.7 + - 59.2
= - 84.7 - 59.2
This is incorrect as 59.2 isn't meant to be a negative number in the original expression. Therefore, Option B is incorrect.
Option C -
= 59.2 - - 84.7
= 59.2 + 84.7
This is incorrect as 84.7 is meant to be a negative number in the original expression. Therefore, Option C is incorrect.
Option D -
= 59.2 + - 84.7
= 59.2 - 84.7
This is correct as it matches the original expression. Therefore, Option D is correct.
ANSWER:
Therefore, the answer is:
D. 59.2 + ( - 84.7 )
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