Sam had $126 more than Ahmad. Every day, Sam would spend 4 times as much money as Ahmad. After 6 days, Sam and Ahmad were left with equal amount of money. How much did Sam spend every day?
| |
Sam |
Ahmad |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 4 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$126 |
| Change |
- 4 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Sam spent more than Ahmad
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 126
1 u = 126 ÷ 3 = 42
Amount that Sam spent in 6 days
= 4 u
= 4 x 42
= $168
Amount that Sam spent every day
= 168 ÷ 6
= $28
Answer(s): $28
