Jack had $120 more than Cole. Every day, Jack would spend 3 times as much money as Cole. After 6 days, Jack and Cole were left with equal amount of money. How much did Jack spend every day?
| |
Jack |
Cole |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 3 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$120 |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Jack spent more than Cole
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
2 u = 120
1 u = 120 ÷ 2 = 60
Amount that Jack spent in 6 days
= 3 u
= 3 x 60
= $180
Amount that Jack spent every day
= 180 ÷ 6
= $30
Answer(s): $30
