Simon and Caden share a sum of money. Simon receives $1100. If Simon gets $180 less, the amount of money Caden gets will increase by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Simon |
Caden |
| Before |
1100 |
100% |
| Change |
- 180 |
+ 180 (+ 45%) |
| After |
|
145% |
If Simon gets $180 less, it means Caden will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Caden gets more in percent = 45%
45% → 180
1% → 180 ÷ 45 = 4
Amount that Caden has
= 100%
= 100 x 4
= $400
Amount that the boys share
= 400 + 1100
= $1500
Answer(s): $1500
