George and Vincent share a sum of money. George receives $1600. If George gets $180 more, the amount of money Vincent gets will decrease by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
George |
Vincent |
| Before |
1600 |
100% |
| Change |
+ 180 |
180 (- 20%) |
| After |
|
80% |
If George gets $180 more, it means Vincent will receive less money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Vincent gets less in percent = 20%
20% → 180
1% → 180 ÷ 20 = 9
Amount that Vincent has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 1600
= $2500
Answer(s): $2500
