PSLE Albert had $15 more than Dana at first. After Albert gave some of his money to Dana, he had $67 less than Dana. How much money did Albert give to Dana?
|
Albert |
Dana |
Before |
1 u + 26 + 15 = 1 u + 41 |
1 u + 26
|
Change |
- 41 |
+ 41 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 26 + 41 = 1 u + 67 |
At first, Albert had $15 more than Dana. After giving to Dana, he had $67 less than Dana. This means he gave Dana more than $15.
Additional amount that Albert gave to Dana
= (67 - 15) ÷ 2
= 52 ÷ 2
= $26
Total amount that Albert gave to Dana
= 26 + 15
= $41
Answer(s): $41