Rael saved $420 and spent the rest of his money. If he increased his savings by 35%, his spending would decrease by 25%. How much money did Rael have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$420 |
100u |
| Change |
+ 35% |
- 25u |
| After |
135% |
75u |
Increase in savings = Decrease in spending
35% savings =
25u spending 100% savings = 420
1% savings = 420 ÷ 100 = 4.2
35% savings = 35 x 4.2 = 147
25 u spending = 1471 u spending = 147 ÷ 25 = 5.88100 u spending = 100 x 5.88 = 588 Amount that Rael had
= 420 + 588
= $1008
Answer(s): $1008
