Andy and Daniel share a sum of money. Andy receives $1400. If Andy gets $350 more, the amount of money Daniel gets will decrease by 50%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Andy |
Daniel |
| Before |
1400 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 350 |
350 (- 50%) |
| After |
|
50% |
If Andy gets $350 more, it means Daniel will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Daniel gets less in percent = 50%
50% → 350
1% → 350 ÷ 50 = 7
Amount that Daniel has
= 100%
= 100 x 7
= $700
Amount that the boys share
= 700 + 1400
= $2100
Answer(s): $2100
