Ken and Ian share a sum of money. Ken receives $500. If Ken gets $180 less, the amount of money Ian gets will increase by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Ken |
Ian |
| Before |
500 |
100% |
| Change |
- 180 |
+ 180 (+ 20%) |
| After |
|
120% |
If Ken gets $180 less, it means Ian will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Ian gets more in percent = 20%
20% → 180
1% → 180 ÷ 20 = 9
Amount that Ian has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 500
= $1400
Answer(s): $1400
