Warren and Tim share a sum of money. Warren receives $1300. If Warren gets $540 less, the amount of money Tim gets will increase by 60%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Warren |
Tim |
| Before |
1300 |
100% |
| Change |
- 540 |
+ 540 (+ 60%) |
| After |
|
160% |
If Warren gets $540 less, it means Tim will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Tim gets more in percent = 60%
60% → 540
1% → 540 ÷ 60 = 9
Amount that Tim has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 1300
= $2200
Answer(s): $2200
