Riordan and Jack share a sum of money. Riordan receives $1400. If Riordan gets $135 more, the amount of money Jack gets will decrease by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Riordan |
Jack |
| Before |
1400 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 135 |
135 (- 45%) |
| After |
|
55% |
If Riordan gets $135 more, it means Jack will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Jack gets less in percent = 45%
45% → 135
1% → 135 ÷ 45 = 3
Amount that Jack has
= 100%
= 100 x 3
= $300
Amount that the boys share
= 300 + 1400
= $1700
Answer(s): $1700
