Carl and David share a sum of money. Carl receives $2000. If Carl gets $210 more, the amount of money David gets will decrease by 30%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Carl |
David |
| Before |
2000 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 210 |
210 (- 30%) |
| After |
|
70% |
If Carl gets $210 more, it means David will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that David gets less in percent = 30%
30% → 210
1% → 210 ÷ 30 = 7
Amount that David has
= 100%
= 100 x 7
= $700
Amount that the boys share
= 700 + 2000
= $2700
Answer(s): $2700
