Jeremy and Perry share a sum of money. Jeremy receives $900. If Jeremy gets $240 less, the amount of money Perry gets will increase by 60%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Jeremy |
Perry |
| Before |
900 |
100% |
| Change |
- 240 |
+ 240 (+ 60%) |
| After |
|
160% |
If Jeremy gets $240 less, it means Perry will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Perry gets more in percent = 60%
60% → 240
1% → 240 ÷ 60 = 4
Amount that Perry has
= 100%
= 100 x 4
= $400
Amount that the boys share
= 400 + 900
= $1300
Answer(s): $1300
