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Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumComparing two amounts raised

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - Ali raised £120 for charity by washing cars. - Bea raised £150 by selling cakes. - Both raised the money in the same week. - The money went to the animal shelter. The student wants to compare the amounts Ali and Bea raised.

Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. Bea raised £30 more than Ali, £150 to his £120.Correct
  2. B. Ali raised £120 by washing cars.
  3. C. The money went to the animal shelter.
  4. D. Both raised the money in the same week.

Answer: A. Bea raised £30 more than Ali, £150 to his £120.

Both amounts and the difference.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Ali raised £120 by washing cars.
One amount only.
C. The money went to the animal shelter.
Where the money went.
D. Both raised the money in the same week.
Timing.

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