Warren had $100 more than Fred. Every day, Warren would spend 2 times as much money as Fred. After 8 days, Warren and Fred were left with equal amount of money. How much did Warren spend every day?
| |
Warren |
Fred |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$100 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Warren spent more than Fred
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 100
Amount that Warren spent in 8 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 100
= $200
Amount that Warren spent every day
= 200 ÷ 8
= $25
Answer(s): $25
