Dylan had $138 more than Nick. Every day, Dylan would spend 2 times as much money as Nick. After 4 days, Dylan and Nick were left with equal amount of money. How much did Dylan spend every day?
| |
Dylan |
Nick |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$138 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Dylan spent more than Nick
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 138
Amount that Dylan spent in 4 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 138
= $276
Amount that Dylan spent every day
= 276 ÷ 4
= $69
Answer(s): $69
