PSLE Tim had $24 more than Jean at first. After Tim gave some of his money to Jean, he had $94 less than Jean. How much money did Tim give to Jean?
|
Tim |
Jean |
Before |
1 u + 35 + 24 = 1 u + 59 |
1 u + 35
|
Change |
- 59 |
+ 59 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 35 + 59 = 1 u + 94 |
At first, Tim had $24 more than Jean. After giving to Jean, he had $94 less than Jean. This means he gave Jean more than $24.
Additional amount that Tim gave to Jean
= (94 - 24) ÷ 2
= 70 ÷ 2
= $35
Total amount that Tim gave to Jean
= 35 + 24
= $59
Answer(s): $59