Rael had $147 more than Howard. Every day, Rael would spend 2 times as much money as Howard. After 7 days, Rael and Howard were left with equal amount of money. How much did Rael spend every day?
| |
Rael |
Howard |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$147 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Rael spent more than Howard
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 147
Amount that Rael spent in 7 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 147
= $294
Amount that Rael spent every day
= 294 ÷ 7
= $42
Answer(s): $42
