Bobby had $106 more than Daniel. Every day, Bobby would spend 2 times as much money as Daniel. After 4 days, Bobby and Daniel were left with equal amount of money. How much did Bobby spend every day?
| |
Bobby |
Daniel |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$106 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Bobby spent more than Daniel
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 106
Amount that Bobby spent in 4 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 106
= $212
Amount that Bobby spent every day
= 212 ÷ 4
= $53
Answer(s): $53
