Glen and Justin share a sum of money. Glen receives $1600. If Glen gets $60 less, the amount of money Justin gets will increase by 30%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Glen |
Justin |
| Before |
1600 |
100% |
| Change |
- 60 |
+ 60 (+ 30%) |
| After |
|
130% |
If Glen gets $60 less, it means Justin will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Justin gets more in percent = 30%
30% → 60
1% → 60 ÷ 30 = 2
Amount that Justin has
= 100%
= 100 x 2
= $200
Amount that the boys share
= 200 + 1600
= $1800
Answer(s): $1800
