Liam had $125 more than Simon. Every day, Liam would spend 2 times as much money as Simon. After 5 days, Liam and Simon were left with equal amount of money. How much did Liam spend every day?
| |
Liam |
Simon |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$125 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Liam spent more than Simon
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 125
Amount that Liam spent in 5 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 125
= $250
Amount that Liam spent every day
= 250 ÷ 5
= $50
Answer(s): $50
