Dylan and Michael share a sum of money. Dylan receives $1400. If Dylan gets $160 less, the amount of money Michael gets will increase by 40%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Dylan |
Michael |
| Before |
1400 |
100% |
| Change |
- 160 |
+ 160 (+ 40%) |
| After |
|
140% |
If Dylan gets $160 less, it means Michael will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Michael gets more in percent = 40%
40% → 160
1% → 160 ÷ 40 = 4
Amount that Michael has
= 100%
= 100 x 4
= $400
Amount that the boys share
= 400 + 1400
= $1800
Answer(s): $1800
