Warren and Ryan share a sum of money. Warren receives $1500. If Warren gets $120 more, the amount of money Ryan gets will decrease by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Warren |
Ryan |
| Before |
1500 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 120 |
120 (- 20%) |
| After |
|
80% |
If Warren gets $120 more, it means Ryan will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Ryan gets less in percent = 20%
20% → 120
1% → 120 ÷ 20 = 6
Amount that Ryan has
= 100%
= 100 x 6
= $600
Amount that the boys share
= 600 + 1500
= $2100
Answer(s): $2100
