Yesterday, Tom had $15 more than Sam. This morning, he gave Sam $18.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Tom |
Sam |
Before |
1 u + $15 |
1 u |
Change |
- $18 |
+ $18 |
After |
1 u - $3 |
1 u + $18 |
(a)
Amount that Tom has in the end
= 1 u + 15 - 18
= 1 u - 3
Amount that Sam has in the end
= 1 u + 18
Tom has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Tom has less than Sam
= 18 + 3
= $21
Answer(s): (a) Tom; (b) $21