Howard had $120 more than George. Every day, Howard would spend 4 times as much money as George. After 5 days, Howard and George were left with equal amount of money. How much did Howard spend every day?
| |
Howard |
George |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 4 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$120 |
| Change |
- 4 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Howard spent more than George
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 120
1 u = 120 ÷ 3 = 40
Amount that Howard spent in 5 days
= 4 u
= 4 x 40
= $160
Amount that Howard spent every day
= 160 ÷ 5
= $32
Answer(s): $32
