PSLE Harry had $12 more than Barbara at first. After Harry gave some of his money to Barbara, he had $46 less than Barbara. How much money did Harry give to Barbara?
|
Harry |
Barbara |
Before |
1 u + 17 + 12 = 1 u + 29 |
1 u + 17
|
Change |
- 29 |
+ 29 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 17 + 29 = 1 u + 46 |
At first, Harry had $12 more than Barbara. After giving to Barbara, he had $46 less than Barbara. This means he gave Barbara more than $12.
Additional amount that Harry gave to Barbara
= (46 - 12) ÷ 2
= 34 ÷ 2
= $17
Total amount that Harry gave to Barbara
= 17 + 12
= $29
Answer(s): $29