Glen and Vincent share a sum of money. Glen receives $800. If Glen gets $150 less, the amount of money Vincent gets will increase by 50%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Glen |
Vincent |
| Before |
800 |
100% |
| Change |
- 150 |
+ 150 (+ 50%) |
| After |
|
150% |
If Glen gets $150 less, it means Vincent will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Vincent gets more in percent = 50%
50% → 150
1% → 150 ÷ 50 = 3
Amount that Vincent has
= 100%
= 100 x 3
= $300
Amount that the boys share
= 300 + 800
= $1100
Answer(s): $1100
