Japheth saved $100 and spent the rest of his money. If he increased his savings by 35%, his spending would decrease by 25%. How much money did Japheth have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$100 |
100u |
| Change |
+ 35% |
- 25u |
| After |
135% |
75u |
Increase in savings = Decrease in spending
35% savings =
25u spending 100% savings = 100
1% savings = 100 ÷ 100 = 1
35% savings = 35 x 1 = 35
25 u spending = 351 u spending = 35 ÷ 25 = 1.4100 u spending = 100 x 1.4 = 140 Amount that Japheth had
= 100 + 140
= $240
Answer(s): $240
