Yesterday, Sam had $17 more than Ace. This morning, he gave Ace $11.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Sam |
Ace |
Before |
1 u + $17 |
1 u |
Change |
- $11 |
+ $11 |
After |
1 u + $6 |
1 u + $11 |
(a)
Amount that Sam has in the end
= 1 u + 17 - 11
= 1 u + 6
Amount that Ace has in the end
= 1 u + 11
Ace has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Ace has more than Sam
= 11 - 6
= $5
Answer(s): (a) Ace; (b) $5