Cole had $119 more than Michael. Every day, Cole would spend 2 times as much money as Michael. After 7 days, Cole and Michael were left with equal amount of money. How much did Cole spend every day?
| |
Cole |
Michael |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$119 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Cole spent more than Michael
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 119
Amount that Cole spent in 7 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 119
= $238
Amount that Cole spent every day
= 238 ÷ 7
= $34
Answer(s): $34
