Gabriel had $144 more than Archie. Every day, Gabriel would spend 2 times as much money as Archie. After 6 days, Gabriel and Archie were left with equal amount of money. How much did Gabriel spend every day?
| |
Gabriel |
Archie |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$144 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Gabriel spent more than Archie
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 144
Amount that Gabriel spent in 6 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 144
= $288
Amount that Gabriel spent every day
= 288 ÷ 6
= $48
Answer(s): $48
