Xavier had $144 more than Eric. Every day, Xavier would spend 5 times as much money as Eric. After 6 days, Xavier and Eric were left with equal amount of money. How much did Xavier spend every day?
| |
Xavier |
Eric |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 5 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$144 |
| Change |
- 5 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Xavier spent more than Eric
= 5 u - 1 u
= 4 u
4 u = 144
1 u = 144 ÷ 4 = 36
Amount that Xavier spent in 6 days
= 5 u
= 5 x 36
= $180
Amount that Xavier spent every day
= 180 ÷ 6
= $30
Answer(s): $30
