Yesterday, Lon had $11 more than Max. This morning, he gave Max $7.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Lon |
Max |
Before |
1 u + $11 |
1 u |
Change |
- $7 |
+ $7 |
After |
1 u + $4 |
1 u + $7 |
(a)
Amount that Lon has in the end
= 1 u + 11 - 7
= 1 u + 4
Amount that Max has in the end
= 1 u + 7
Max has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Max has more than Lon
= 7 - 4
= $3
Answer(s): (a) Max; (b) $3