Yesterday, Max had $25 more than Abe. This morning, he gave Abe $16.
- Who has more money now?
- How much more?
|
Max |
Abe |
Before |
1 u + $25 |
1 u |
Change |
- $16 |
+ $16 |
After |
1 u + $9 |
1 u + $16 |
(a)
Amount that Max has in the end
= 1 u + 25 - 16
= 1 u + 9
Amount that Abe has in the end
= 1 u + 16
Abe has more money now.
(b)
Amount that Abe has more than Max
= 16 - 9
= $7
Answer(s): (a) Abe; (b) $7