Jack and Wesley share a sum of money. Jack receives $900. If Jack gets $500 more, the amount of money Wesley gets will decrease by 50%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Jack |
Wesley |
| Before |
900 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 500 |
500 (- 50%) |
| After |
|
50% |
If Jack gets $500 more, it means Wesley will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Wesley gets less in percent = 50%
50% → 500
1% → 500 ÷ 50 = 10
Amount that Wesley has
= 100%
= 100 x 10
= $1000
Amount that the boys share
= 1000 + 900
= $1900
Answer(s): $1900
