Ryan had $146 more than Charlie. Every day, Ryan would spend 2 times as much money as Charlie. After 4 days, Ryan and Charlie were left with equal amount of money. How much did Ryan spend every day?
| |
Ryan |
Charlie |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$146 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Ryan spent more than Charlie
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 146
Amount that Ryan spent in 4 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 146
= $292
Amount that Ryan spent every day
= 292 ÷ 4
= $73
Answer(s): $73
