Valen had $140 more than Brandon. Every day, Valen would spend 2 times as much money as Brandon. After 5 days, Valen and Brandon were left with equal amount of money. How much did Valen spend every day?
| |
Valen |
Brandon |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$140 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Valen spent more than Brandon
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 140
Amount that Valen spent in 5 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 140
= $280
Amount that Valen spent every day
= 280 ÷ 5
= $56
Answer(s): $56
