Ryan had $150 more than Zane. Every day, Ryan would spend 4 times as much money as Zane. After 8 days, Ryan and Zane were left with equal amount of money. How much did Ryan spend every day?
| |
Ryan |
Zane |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 4 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$150 |
| Change |
- 4 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Ryan spent more than Zane
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 150
1 u = 150 ÷ 3 = 50
Amount that Ryan spent in 8 days
= 4 u
= 4 x 50
= $200
Amount that Ryan spent every day
= 200 ÷ 8
= $25
Answer(s): $25
