Yesterday, Jon had $5 more than Roy. This morning, he gave Roy $7.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Jon |
Roy |
Before |
1 u + $5 |
1 u |
Change |
- $7 |
+ $7 |
After |
1 u - $2 |
1 u + $7 |
(a)
Amount that Jon has in the end
= 1 u + 5 - 7
= 1 u - 2
Amount that Roy has in the end
= 1 u + 7
Jon has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Jon has less than Roy
= 7 + 2
= $9
Answer(s): (a) Jon; (b) $9