Nick and Bryan share a sum of money. Nick receives $500. If Nick gets $225 less, the amount of money Bryan gets will increase by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Nick |
Bryan |
| Before |
500 |
100% |
| Change |
- 225 |
+ 225 (+ 45%) |
| After |
|
145% |
If Nick gets $225 less, it means Bryan will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Bryan gets more in percent = 45%
45% → 225
1% → 225 ÷ 45 = 5
Amount that Bryan has
= 100%
= 100 x 5
= $500
Amount that the boys share
= 500 + 500
= $1000
Answer(s): $1000
