Fred and Archie share a sum of money. Fred receives $1900. If Fred gets $225 less, the amount of money Archie gets will increase by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Fred |
Archie |
| Before |
1900 |
100% |
| Change |
- 225 |
+ 225 (+ 45%) |
| After |
|
145% |
If Fred gets $225 less, it means Archie will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Archie gets more in percent = 45%
45% → 225
1% → 225 ÷ 45 = 5
Amount that Archie has
= 100%
= 100 x 5
= $500
Amount that the boys share
= 500 + 1900
= $2400
Answer(s): $2400
