PSLE John had $28 more than Rachel at first. After John gave some of his money to Rachel, he had $82 less than Rachel. How much money did John give to Rachel?
|
John |
Rachel |
Before |
1 u + 27 + 28 = 1 u + 55 |
1 u + 27
|
Change |
- 55 |
+ 55 |
After |
1 u |
1 u + 27 + 55 = 1 u + 82 |
At first, John had $28 more than Rachel. After giving to Rachel, he had $82 less than Rachel. This means he gave Rachel more than $28.
Additional amount that John gave to Rachel
= (82 - 28) ÷ 2
= 54 ÷ 2
= $27
Total amount that John gave to Rachel
= 27 + 28
= $55
Answer(s): $55