Rael spent $240 and saved the rest of his money. If he decreased his spending by 30%, his savings would increase by 25%. How much money did Rael have?
| |
Spent (%) |
Saved (u) |
| Before |
100%
$240 |
100u |
| Change |
- 30% |
+ 25u |
| After |
70% |
125u |
Increase in spending = Decrease in savings
30% spending =
25u savings 100% spending = 240
1% spending = 240 ÷ 100 = 2.4
30% spending = 30 x 2.4 = 72
25u savings = 721u savings = 72 ÷ 25 = 2.88100u savings = 100 x 2.88 = 288 Amount that Rael had
= 240 + 288
= $528
Answer(s): $528
