Wesley and Albert share a sum of money. Wesley receives $1800. If Wesley gets $160 less, the amount of money Albert gets will increase by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Wesley |
Albert |
| Before |
1800 |
100% |
| Change |
- 160 |
+ 160 (+ 20%) |
| After |
|
120% |
If Wesley gets $160 less, it means Albert will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Albert gets more in percent = 20%
20% → 160
1% → 160 ÷ 20 = 8
Amount that Albert has
= 100%
= 100 x 8
= $800
Amount that the boys share
= 800 + 1800
= $2600
Answer(s): $2600
