Yesterday, Abe had $12 more than Ken. This morning, he gave Ken $17.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Abe |
Ken |
Before |
1 u + $12 |
1 u |
Change |
- $17 |
+ $17 |
After |
1 u - $5 |
1 u + $17 |
(a)
Amount that Abe has in the end
= 1 u + 12 - 17
= 1 u - 5
Amount that Ken has in the end
= 1 u + 17
Abe has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Abe has less than Ken
= 17 + 5
= $22
Answer(s): (a) Abe; (b) $22