Paul had $140 more than Warren. Every day, Paul would spend 2 times as much money as Warren. After 8 days, Paul and Warren were left with equal amount of money. How much did Paul spend every day?
| |
Paul |
Warren |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$140 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Paul spent more than Warren
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 140
Amount that Paul spent in 8 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 140
= $280
Amount that Paul spent every day
= 280 ÷ 8
= $35
Answer(s): $35
