Yesterday, Ben had $17 more than Jon. This morning, he gave Jon $20.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Ben |
Jon |
Before |
1 u + $17 |
1 u |
Change |
- $20 |
+ $20 |
After |
1 u - $3 |
1 u + $20 |
(a)
Amount that Ben has in the end
= 1 u + 17 - 20
= 1 u - 3
Amount that Jon has in the end
= 1 u + 20
Ben has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Ben has less than Jon
= 20 + 3
= $23
Answer(s): (a) Ben; (b) $23