Cole and Jeremy share a sum of money. Cole receives $2000. If Cole gets $165 less, the amount of money Jeremy gets will increase by 55%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Cole |
Jeremy |
| Before |
2000 |
100% |
| Change |
- 165 |
+ 165 (+ 55%) |
| After |
|
155% |
If Cole gets $165 less, it means Jeremy will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Jeremy gets more in percent = 55%
55% → 165
1% → 165 ÷ 55 = 3
Amount that Jeremy has
= 100%
= 100 x 3
= $300
Amount that the boys share
= 300 + 2000
= $2300
Answer(s): $2300
