Yesterday, Joe had $17 more than Roy. This morning, he gave Roy $25.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Joe |
Roy |
Before |
1 u + $17 |
1 u |
Change |
- $25 |
+ $25 |
After |
1 u - $8 |
1 u + $25 |
(a)
Amount that Joe has in the end
= 1 u + 17 - 25
= 1 u - 8
Amount that Roy has in the end
= 1 u + 25
Joe has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Joe has less than Roy
= 25 + 8
= $33
Answer(s): (a) Joe; (b) $33