Emma had 270 stamps. Tammy had 140 stamps. She threw away 23 stamps and Emma bought another 33 stamps.
- How many stamps did Tammy have in the end?
- How many more stamps did Emma have than Tammy in the end?
(a)
Number of stamps that Tammy had in the end
= 140 - 23
= 117
(b)
Number of stamps that Emma had
= 270 + 33
= 303
Number of stamps that Emma had more than Tammy in the end
= 303 - 117
= 186
Answer(s): (a) 117; (b) 186