So you have each now paid $9. $9 x 3 = $27. The bellhop stole $2. That equals $29 – what happened to the last dollar?
Discussion #3 You and two friends rent a hotel room that costs $30, so you put in $10 each. Later that night, the owner of the hotel realizes he has overcharged you so he sends the bellhop with $5. The bellhop steals $2 and returns $1 to each of you. So you have each now … Read more