Wesley and Perry share a sum of money. Wesley receives $2000. If Wesley gets $60 more, the amount of money Perry gets will decrease by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Wesley |
Perry |
| Before |
2000 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 60 |
60 (- 20%) |
| After |
|
80% |
If Wesley gets $60 more, it means Perry will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Perry gets less in percent = 20%
20% → 60
1% → 60 ÷ 20 = 3
Amount that Perry has
= 100%
= 100 x 3
= $300
Amount that the boys share
= 300 + 2000
= $2300
Answer(s): $2300
