Archie and Caden share a sum of money. Archie receives $400. If Archie gets $150 less, the amount of money Caden gets will increase by 25%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Archie |
Caden |
| Before |
400 |
100% |
| Change |
- 150 |
+ 150 (+ 25%) |
| After |
|
125% |
If Archie gets $150 less, it means Caden will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Caden gets more in percent = 25%
25% → 150
1% → 150 ÷ 25 = 6
Amount that Caden has
= 100%
= 100 x 6
= $600
Amount that the boys share
= 600 + 400
= $1000
Answer(s): $1000
