Ethan and Oliver share a sum of money. Ethan receives $800. If Ethan gets $270 less, the amount of money Oliver gets will increase by 30%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Ethan |
Oliver |
| Before |
800 |
100% |
| Change |
- 270 |
+ 270 (+ 30%) |
| After |
|
130% |
If Ethan gets $270 less, it means Oliver will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Oliver gets more in percent = 30%
30% → 270
1% → 270 ÷ 30 = 9
Amount that Oliver has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 800
= $1700
Answer(s): $1700
