Bobby had $120 more than Caden. Every day, Bobby would spend 2 times as much money as Caden. After 5 days, Bobby and Caden were left with equal amount of money. How much did Bobby spend every day?
| |
Bobby |
Caden |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$120 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Bobby spent more than Caden
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 120
Amount that Bobby spent in 5 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 120
= $240
Amount that Bobby spent every day
= 240 ÷ 5
= $48
Answer(s): $48
