Rael spent $610 and saved the rest of his money. If he decreased his spending by 30%, his savings would increase by 20%. How much money did Rael have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$610 |
100u |
| Change |
- 30% |
+ 20u |
| After |
70% |
120u |
Increase in spending = Decrease in savings
30% spending =
20u savings 100% spending = 610
1% spending = 610 ÷ 100 = 6.1
30% spending = 30 x 6.1 = 183
20u savings = 1831u savings = 183 ÷ 20 = 9.15100u savings = 100 x 9.15 = 915 Amount that Rael had
= 610 + 915
= $1525
Answer(s): $1525
