Fabian and David share a sum of money. Fabian receives $1000. If Fabian gets $40 more, the amount of money David gets will decrease by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Fabian |
David |
| Before |
1000 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 40 |
40 (- 20%) |
| After |
|
80% |
If Fabian gets $40 more, it means David will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that David gets less in percent = 20%
20% → 40
1% → 40 ÷ 20 = 2
Amount that David has
= 100%
= 100 x 2
= $200
Amount that the boys share
= 200 + 1000
= $1200
Answer(s): $1200
