Yesterday, Ned had $25 more than Tom. This morning, he gave Tom $15.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Ned |
Tom |
Before |
1 u + $25 |
1 u |
Change |
- $15 |
+ $15 |
After |
1 u + $10 |
1 u + $15 |
(a)
Amount that Ned has in the end
= 1 u + 25 - 15
= 1 u + 10
Amount that Tom has in the end
= 1 u + 15
Tom has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Tom has more than Ned
= 15 - 10
= $5
Answer(s): (a) Tom; (b) $5