Albert and Eric share a sum of money. Albert receives $1900. If Albert gets $300 more, the amount of money Eric gets will decrease by 60%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Albert |
Eric |
| Before |
1900 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 300 |
300 (- 60%) |
| After |
|
40% |
If Albert gets $300 more, it means Eric will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Eric gets less in percent = 60%
60% → 300
1% → 300 ÷ 60 = 5
Amount that Eric has
= 100%
= 100 x 5
= $500
Amount that the boys share
= 500 + 1900
= $2400
Answer(s): $2400
