Howard had $129 more than Michael. Every day, Howard would spend 2 times as much money as Michael. After 6 days, Howard and Michael were left with equal amount of money. How much did Howard spend every day?
| |
Howard |
Michael |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$129 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Howard spent more than Michael
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 129
Amount that Howard spent in 6 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 129
= $258
Amount that Howard spent every day
= 258 ÷ 6
= $43
Answer(s): $43
