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