Julian and Gabriel share a sum of money. Julian receives $300. If Julian gets $250 less, the amount of money Gabriel gets will increase by 50%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Julian |
Gabriel |
| Before |
300 |
100% |
| Change |
- 250 |
+ 250 (+ 50%) |
| After |
|
150% |
If Julian gets $250 less, it means Gabriel will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Gabriel gets more in percent = 50%
50% → 250
1% → 250 ÷ 50 = 5
Amount that Gabriel has
= 100%
= 100 x 5
= $500
Amount that the boys share
= 500 + 300
= $800
Answer(s): $800
