Henry had $120 more than Cody. Every day, Henry would spend 3 times as much money as Cody. After 5 days, Henry and Cody were left with equal amount of money. How much did Henry spend every day?
| |
Henry |
Cody |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 3 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$120 |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Henry spent more than Cody
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
2 u = 120
1 u = 120 ÷ 2 = 60
Amount that Henry spent in 5 days
= 3 u
= 3 x 60
= $180
Amount that Henry spent every day
= 180 ÷ 5
= $36
Answer(s): $36
