Dylan saved $510 and spent the rest of his money. If he increased his savings by 40%, his spending would decrease by 25%. How much money did Dylan have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$510 |
100u |
| Change |
+ 40% |
- 25u |
| After |
140% |
75u |
Increase in savings = Decrease in spending
40% savings =
25u spending 100% savings = 510
1% savings = 510 ÷ 100 = 5.1
40% savings = 40 x 5.1 = 204
25 u spending = 2041 u spending = 204 ÷ 25 = 8.16100 u spending = 100 x 8.16 = 816 Amount that Dylan had
= 510 + 816
= $1326
Answer(s): $1326
