Neave had $150 more than Jack. Every day, Neave would spend 4 times as much money as Jack. After 5 days, Neave and Jack were left with equal amount of money. How much did Neave spend every day?
| |
Neave |
Jack |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 4 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$150 |
| Change |
- 4 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Neave spent more than Jack
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 150
1 u = 150 ÷ 3 = 50
Amount that Neave spent in 5 days
= 4 u
= 4 x 50
= $200
Amount that Neave spent every day
= 200 ÷ 5
= $40
Answer(s): $40
