Archie and Fred share a sum of money. Archie receives $700. If Archie gets $585 less, the amount of money Fred gets will increase by 65%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Archie |
Fred |
| Before |
700 |
100% |
| Change |
- 585 |
+ 585 (+ 65%) |
| After |
|
165% |
If Archie gets $585 less, it means Fred will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Fred gets more in percent = 65%
65% → 585
1% → 585 ÷ 65 = 9
Amount that Fred has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 700
= $1600
Answer(s): $1600
