Michael and Warren share a sum of money. Michael receives $1300. If Michael gets $200 more, the amount of money Warren gets will decrease by 40%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Michael |
Warren |
| Before |
1300 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 200 |
200 (- 40%) |
| After |
|
60% |
If Michael gets $200 more, it means Warren will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Warren gets less in percent = 40%
40% → 200
1% → 200 ÷ 40 = 5
Amount that Warren has
= 100%
= 100 x 5
= $500
Amount that the boys share
= 500 + 1300
= $1800
Answer(s): $1800
