Tim spent $170 and saved the rest of his money. If he increased his spending by 35%, his savings would decrease by 25%. How much money did Tim have?
|
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
Before |
100% $170 |
100u |
Change |
+ 35% |
- 25u |
After |
135% |
75u |
Increase in spending = Decrease in savings
35% spending =
25u savings 100% spending = 170
1% spending = 170 ÷ 100 = 1.7
35% spending = 35 x 1.7 = 59.5
25 u savings = 59.51 u savings = 59.5 ÷ 25 = 2.38100 u savings = 100 x 2.38 = 238 Amount that Tim had
= 170 + 238
= $408
Answer(s): $408