Simon and Michael share a sum of money. Simon receives $800. If Simon gets $715 more, the amount of money Michael gets will decrease by 65%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Simon |
Michael |
| Before |
800 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 715 |
715 (- 65%) |
| After |
|
35% |
If Simon gets $715 more, it means Michael will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Michael gets less in percent = 65%
65% → 715
1% → 715 ÷ 65 = 11
Amount that Michael has
= 100%
= 100 x 11
= $1100
Amount that the boys share
= 1100 + 800
= $1900
Answer(s): $1900
