Wesley spent $850 and saved the rest of his money. If he increased his spending by 10%, his savings would decrease by 17%. How much money did Wesley have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$850 |
100u |
| Change |
+ 10% |
- 17u |
| After |
110% |
83u |
Increase in spending = Decrease in savings
10% spending =
17u savings 100% spending = 850
1% spending = 850 ÷ 100 = 8.5
10% spending = 10 x 8.5 = 85
17 u savings = 851 u savings = 85 ÷ 17 = 5100 u savings = 100 x 5 = 500 Amount that Wesley had
= 850 + 500
= $1350
Answer(s): $1350
