Julian and Ken share a sum of money. Julian receives $600. If Julian gets $320 less, the amount of money Ken gets will increase by 40%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Julian |
Ken |
| Before |
600 |
100% |
| Change |
- 320 |
+ 320 (+ 40%) |
| After |
|
140% |
If Julian gets $320 less, it means Ken will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Ken gets more in percent = 40%
40% → 320
1% → 320 ÷ 40 = 8
Amount that Ken has
= 100%
= 100 x 8
= $800
Amount that the boys share
= 800 + 600
= $1400
Answer(s): $1400
