Bryan and Wesley share a sum of money. Bryan receives $300. If Bryan gets $200 more, the amount of money Wesley gets will decrease by 25%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Bryan |
Wesley |
| Before |
300 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 200 |
200 (- 25%) |
| After |
|
75% |
If Bryan gets $200 more, it means Wesley will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Wesley gets less in percent = 25%
25% → 200
1% → 200 ÷ 25 = 8
Amount that Wesley has
= 100%
= 100 x 8
= $800
Amount that the boys share
= 800 + 300
= $1100
Answer(s): $1100
