PSLEJonathan, Gavin and Chloe shared $420. Gavin received 30% more than Jonathan while Chloe received 50% less than Jonathan. How much more than Chloe did Gavin receive?
Jonathan |
Gavin |
Chloe |
Total |
100% |
130% |
|
|
100% |
|
50% |
|
10 u |
13 u |
5 u |
28 u |
Jonathan : Gavin : Chloe
100 : 130 : 50
(÷10)10 : 13 : 5
Jonathan is the repeated identity.
Total amount that they shared
= 10 u + 13 u + 5 u
= 28 u
28 u = 420
1 u = 420 ÷ 28 = 15
Amount that Gavin received more than Chloe
= 13 u - 5 u
= 8 u
= 8 x 15
= $120
Answer(s): $120