Julian and Zane share a sum of money. Julian receives $1500. If Julian gets $225 less, the amount of money Zane gets will increase by 25%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Julian |
Zane |
| Before |
1500 |
100% |
| Change |
- 225 |
+ 225 (+ 25%) |
| After |
|
125% |
If Julian gets $225 less, it means Zane will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Zane gets more in percent = 25%
25% → 225
1% → 225 ÷ 25 = 9
Amount that Zane has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 1500
= $2400
Answer(s): $2400
