Yesterday, Tim had $29 more than Abe. This morning, he gave Abe $17.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Tim |
Abe |
Before |
1 u + $29 |
1 u |
Change |
- $17 |
+ $17 |
After |
1 u + $12 |
1 u + $17 |
(a)
Amount that Tim has in the end
= 1 u + 29 - 17
= 1 u + 12
Amount that Abe has in the end
= 1 u + 17
Abe has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Abe has more than Tim
= 17 - 12
= $5
Answer(s): (a) Abe; (b) $5