Tommy and Nick share a sum of money. Tommy receives $1100. If Tommy gets $660 less, the amount of money Nick gets will increase by 55%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Tommy |
Nick |
| Before |
1100 |
100% |
| Change |
- 660 |
+ 660 (+ 55%) |
| After |
|
155% |
If Tommy gets $660 less, it means Nick will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Nick gets more in percent = 55%
55% → 660
1% → 660 ÷ 55 = 12
Amount that Nick has
= 100%
= 100 x 12
= $1200
Amount that the boys share
= 1200 + 1100
= $2300
Answer(s): $2300
