Jeremy had $124 more than Michael. Every day, Jeremy would spend 2 times as much money as Michael. After 4 days, Jeremy and Michael were left with equal amount of money. How much did Jeremy spend every day?
| |
Jeremy |
Michael |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$124 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Jeremy spent more than Michael
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 124
Amount that Jeremy spent in 4 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 124
= $248
Amount that Jeremy spent every day
= 248 ÷ 4
= $62
Answer(s): $62
