Wesley and Jack share a sum of money. Wesley receives $1100. If Wesley gets $440 less, the amount of money Jack gets will increase by 55%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Wesley |
Jack |
| Before |
1100 |
100% |
| Change |
- 440 |
+ 440 (+ 55%) |
| After |
|
155% |
If Wesley gets $440 less, it means Jack will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Jack gets more in percent = 55%
55% → 440
1% → 440 ÷ 55 = 8
Amount that Jack has
= 100%
= 100 x 8
= $800
Amount that the boys share
= 800 + 1100
= $1900
Answer(s): $1900
