Perry and Ian share a sum of money. Perry receives $1700. If Perry gets $420 less, the amount of money Ian gets will increase by 60%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
|
Perry |
Ian |
Before |
1700 |
100% |
Change |
- 420 |
+ 420 (+ 60%) |
After |
|
160% |
If Perry gets $420 less, it means Ian will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Ian gets more in percent = 60%
60% → 420
1% → 420 ÷ 60 = 7
Amount that Ian has
= 100%
= 100 x 7
= $700
Amount that the boys share
= 700 + 1700
= $2400
Answer(s): $2400