Wesley had $144 more than John. Every day, Wesley would spend 3 times as much money as John. After 4 days, Wesley and John were left with equal amount of money. How much did Wesley spend every day?
| |
Wesley |
John |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 3 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$144 |
| Change |
- 3 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Wesley spent more than John
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
2 u = 144
1 u = 144 ÷ 2 = 72
Amount that Wesley spent in 4 days
= 3 u
= 3 x 72
= $216
Amount that Wesley spent every day
= 216 ÷ 4
= $54
Answer(s): $54
