Tommy had $132 more than Ian. Every day, Tommy would spend 3 times as much money as Ian. After 6 days, Tommy and Ian were left with equal amount of money. How much did Tommy spend every day?
| |
Tommy |
Ian |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 3 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$132 |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Tommy spent more than Ian
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
2 u = 132
1 u = 132 ÷ 2 = 66
Amount that Tommy spent in 6 days
= 3 u
= 3 x 66
= $198
Amount that Tommy spent every day
= 198 ÷ 6
= $33
Answer(s): $33
