Nick had $112 more than Ben. Every day, Nick would spend 5 times as much money as Ben. After 4 days, Nick and Ben were left with equal amount of money. How much did Nick spend every day?
| |
Nick |
Ben |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 5 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$112 |
| Change |
- 5 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Nick spent more than Ben
= 5 u - 1 u
= 4 u
4 u = 112
1 u = 112 ÷ 4 = 28
Amount that Nick spent in 4 days
= 5 u
= 5 x 28
= $140
Amount that Nick spent every day
= 140 ÷ 4
= $35
Answer(s): $35
