Yesterday, Nat had $26 more than Tom. This morning, he gave Tom $19.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Nat |
Tom |
Before |
1 u + $26 |
1 u |
Change |
- $19 |
+ $19 |
After |
1 u + $7 |
1 u + $19 |
(a)
Amount that Nat has in the end
= 1 u + 26 - 19
= 1 u + 7
Amount that Tom has in the end
= 1 u + 19
Tom has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Tom has more than Nat
= 19 - 7
= $12
Answer(s): (a) Tom; (b) $12