Pierre and Ian share a sum of money. Pierre receives $2000. If Pierre gets $280 less, the amount of money Ian gets will increase by 35%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Pierre |
Ian |
| Before |
2000 |
100% |
| Change |
- 280 |
+ 280 (+ 35%) |
| After |
|
135% |
If Pierre gets $280 less, it means Ian will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Ian gets more in percent = 35%
35% → 280
1% → 280 ÷ 35 = 8
Amount that Ian has
= 100%
= 100 x 8
= $800
Amount that the boys share
= 800 + 2000
= $2800
Answer(s): $2800
