Yesterday, Jed had $9 more than Ray. This morning, he gave Ray $16.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Jed |
Ray |
Before |
1 u + $9 |
1 u |
Change |
- $16 |
+ $16 |
After |
1 u - $7 |
1 u + $16 |
(a)
Amount that Jed has in the end
= 1 u + 9 - 16
= 1 u - 7
Amount that Ray has in the end
= 1 u + 16
Jed has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Jed has less than Ray
= 16 + 7
= $23
Answer(s): (a) Jed; (b) $23