Oliver had $132 more than Bryan. Every day, Oliver would spend 4 times as much money as Bryan. After 8 days, Oliver and Bryan were left with equal amount of money. How much did Oliver spend every day?
| |
Oliver |
Bryan |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 4 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$132 |
| Change |
- 4 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Oliver spent more than Bryan
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 132
1 u = 132 ÷ 3 = 44
Amount that Oliver spent in 8 days
= 4 u
= 4 x 44
= $176
Amount that Oliver spent every day
= 176 ÷ 8
= $22
Answer(s): $22
