Julian and Harry share a sum of money. Julian receives $500. If Julian gets $350 less, the amount of money Harry gets will increase by 50%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Julian |
Harry |
| Before |
500 |
100% |
| Change |
- 350 |
+ 350 (+ 50%) |
| After |
|
150% |
If Julian gets $350 less, it means Harry will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Harry gets more in percent = 50%
50% → 350
1% → 350 ÷ 50 = 7
Amount that Harry has
= 100%
= 100 x 7
= $700
Amount that the boys share
= 700 + 500
= $1200
Answer(s): $1200
