David and Albert share a sum of money. David receives $400. If David gets $120 less, the amount of money Albert gets will increase by 60%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
David |
Albert |
| Before |
400 |
100% |
| Change |
- 120 |
+ 120 (+ 60%) |
| After |
|
160% |
If David gets $120 less, it means Albert will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Albert gets more in percent = 60%
60% → 120
1% → 120 ÷ 60 = 2
Amount that Albert has
= 100%
= 100 x 2
= $200
Amount that the boys share
= 200 + 400
= $600
Answer(s): $600
