Neave and Ian share a sum of money. Neave receives $1300. If Neave gets $385 less, the amount of money Ian gets will increase by 55%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Neave |
Ian |
| Before |
1300 |
100% |
| Change |
- 385 |
+ 385 (+ 55%) |
| After |
|
155% |
If Neave gets $385 less, it means Ian will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Ian gets more in percent = 55%
55% → 385
1% → 385 ÷ 55 = 7
Amount that Ian has
= 100%
= 100 x 7
= $700
Amount that the boys share
= 700 + 1300
= $2000
Answer(s): $2000
