PSLE Michael had $30 more than Wendy at first. After Michael gave some of his money to Wendy, he had $64 less than Wendy. How much money did Michael give to Wendy?
|
Michael |
Wendy |
Before |
1 u + 17 + 30 = 1 u + 47 |
1 u + 17
|
Change |
- 47 |
+ 47 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 17 + 47 = 1 u + 64 |
At first, Michael had $30 more than Wendy. After giving to Wendy, he had $64 less than Wendy. This means he gave Wendy more than $30.
Additional amount that Michael gave to Wendy
= (64 - 30) ÷ 2
= 34 ÷ 2
= $17
Total amount that Michael gave to Wendy
= 17 + 30
= $47
Answer(s): $47