Yesterday, Jim had $20 more than Rio. This morning, he gave Rio $12.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Jim |
Rio |
Before |
1 u + $20 |
1 u |
Change |
- $12 |
+ $12 |
After |
1 u + $8 |
1 u + $12 |
(a)
Amount that Jim has in the end
= 1 u + 20 - 12
= 1 u + 8
Amount that Rio has in the end
= 1 u + 12
Rio has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Rio has more than Jim
= 12 - 8
= $4
Answer(s): (a) Rio; (b) $4