Bryan and Glen share a sum of money. Bryan receives $900. If Bryan gets $275 less, the amount of money Glen gets will increase by 55%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Bryan |
Glen |
| Before |
900 |
100% |
| Change |
- 275 |
+ 275 (+ 55%) |
| After |
|
155% |
If Bryan gets $275 less, it means Glen will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Glen gets more in percent = 55%
55% → 275
1% → 275 ÷ 55 = 5
Amount that Glen has
= 100%
= 100 x 5
= $500
Amount that the boys share
= 500 + 900
= $1400
Answer(s): $1400
