Fabian had $112 more than Howard. Every day, Fabian would spend 2 times as much money as Howard. After 4 days, Fabian and Howard were left with equal amount of money. How much did Fabian spend every day?
| |
Fabian |
Howard |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$112 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Fabian spent more than Howard
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 112
Amount that Fabian spent in 4 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 112
= $224
Amount that Fabian spent every day
= 224 ÷ 4
= $56
Answer(s): $56
