Yesterday, Abe had $18 more than Tom. This morning, he gave Tom $26.
- Who has less money now?
- How much less?
|
Abe |
Tom |
Before |
1 u + $18 |
1 u |
Change |
- $26 |
+ $26 |
After |
1 u - $8 |
1 u + $26 |
(a)
Amount that Abe has in the end
= 1 u + 18 - 26
= 1 u - 8
Amount that Tom has in the end
= 1 u + 26
Abe has less money now.
(b)
Amount that Abe has less than Tom
= 26 + 8
= $34
Answer(s): (a) Abe; (b) $34