Sparkle Industries Began a Period with 2,000 Pounds of Sugar

Multiple Choice

Sparkle Industries began a period with 2,000 pounds of sugar and purchased 4,500 pounds during the period.Sparkle used 5,300 pounds during the period. How many pounds of sugar were available for sale or use during the period?

A) 5,000 pounds of sugar
B) 5,500 pounds of sugar
C) 6,500 pounds of sugar
D) 7,000 pounds of sugar
E) 7,500 pounds of sugar