Tom had $104 more than David. Every day, Tom would spend 2 times as much money as David. After 4 days, Tom and David were left with equal amount of money. How much did Tom spend every day?
| |
Tom |
David |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 2 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$104 |
| Change |
- 2 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Tom spent more than David
= 2 u - 1 u
= 1 u
1 u = 104
Amount that Tom spent in 4 days
= 2 u
= 2 x 104
= $208
Amount that Tom spent every day
= 208 ÷ 4
= $52
Answer(s): $52
