Riordan and Bryan share a sum of money. Riordan receives $1500. If Riordan gets $195 less, the amount of money Bryan gets will increase by 65%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Riordan |
Bryan |
| Before |
1500 |
100% |
| Change |
- 195 |
+ 195 (+ 65%) |
| After |
|
165% |
If Riordan gets $195 less, it means Bryan will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Bryan gets more in percent = 65%
65% → 195
1% → 195 ÷ 65 = 3
Amount that Bryan has
= 100%
= 100 x 3
= $300
Amount that the boys share
= 300 + 1500
= $1800
Answer(s): $1800
