PSLE Jack had $25 more than Tammy at first. After Jack gave some of his money to Tammy, he had $65 less than Tammy. How much money did Jack give to Tammy?
|
Jack |
Tammy |
Before |
1 u + 20 + 25 = 1 u + 45 |
1 u + 20
|
Change |
- 45 |
+ 45 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 20 + 45 = 1 u + 65 |
At first, Jack had $25 more than Tammy. After giving to Tammy, he had $65 less than Tammy. This means he gave Tammy more than $25.
Additional amount that Jack gave to Tammy
= (65 - 25) ÷ 2
= 40 ÷ 2
= $20
Total amount that Jack gave to Tammy
= 20 + 25
= $45
Answer(s): $45