Bobby and Seth share a sum of money. Bobby receives $1900. If Bobby gets $180 less, the amount of money Seth gets will increase by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Bobby |
Seth |
| Before |
1900 |
100% |
| Change |
- 180 |
+ 180 (+ 45%) |
| After |
|
145% |
If Bobby gets $180 less, it means Seth will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Seth gets more in percent = 45%
45% → 180
1% → 180 ÷ 45 = 4
Amount that Seth has
= 100%
= 100 x 4
= $400
Amount that the boys share
= 400 + 1900
= $2300
Answer(s): $2300
