Shyla had a balance of −$255.25 in her account, and Susan had a balance of −$178.75 in her account.

Which statement explains why Shyla owes the bank more than Susan?




A. −255.25 < −178.75
B. −255.25 > −178.75
C. |−255.25| > |−178.75|
D |−255.25| < |−178.75|