Asher spent $840 and saved the rest of his money. If he decreased his spending by 35%, his savings would increase by 15%. How much money did Asher have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$840 |
100u |
| Change |
- 35% |
+ 15u |
| After |
65% |
115u |
Increase in spending = Decrease in savings
35% spending =
15u savings 100% spending = 840
1% spending = 840 ÷ 100 = 8.4
35% spending = 35 x 8.4 = 294
15u savings = 2941u savings = 294 ÷ 15 = 19.6100u savings = 100 x 19.6 = 1960 Amount that Asher had
= 840 + 1960
= $2800
Answer(s): $2800
