PSLE John had $22 more than Gabby at first. After John gave some of his money to Gabby, he had $46 less than Gabby. How much money did John give to Gabby?
|
John |
Gabby |
Before |
1 u + 12 + 22 = 1 u + 34 |
1 u + 12
|
Change |
- 34 |
+ 34 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 12 + 34 = 1 u + 46 |
At first, John had $22 more than Gabby. After giving to Gabby, he had $46 less than Gabby. This means he gave Gabby more than $22.
Additional amount that John gave to Gabby
= (46 - 22) ÷ 2
= 24 ÷ 2
= $12
Total amount that John gave to Gabby
= 12 + 22
= $34
Answer(s): $34