Rael had $100 more than George. Every day, Rael would spend 2 times as much money as George. After 5 days, Rael and George were left with equal amount of money. How much did Rael spend every day?
| |
Rael |
George |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$100 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Rael spent more than George
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 100
Amount that Rael spent in 5 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 100
= $200
Amount that Rael spent every day
= 200 ÷ 5
= $40
Answer(s): $40
