Yesterday, Ian had $12 more than Max. This morning, he gave Max $7.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Ian |
Max |
Before |
1 u + $12 |
1 u |
Change |
- $7 |
+ $7 |
After |
1 u + $5 |
1 u + $7 |
(a)
Amount that Ian has in the end
= 1 u + 12 - 7
= 1 u + 5
Amount that Max has in the end
= 1 u + 7
Max has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Max has more than Ian
= 7 - 5
= $2
Answer(s): (a) Max; (b) $2