Albert and Vaidev share a sum of money. Albert receives $600. If Albert gets $360 less, the amount of money Vaidev gets will increase by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Albert |
Vaidev |
| Before |
600 |
100% |
| Change |
- 360 |
+ 360 (+ 45%) |
| After |
|
145% |
If Albert gets $360 less, it means Vaidev will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Vaidev gets more in percent = 45%
45% → 360
1% → 360 ÷ 45 = 8
Amount that Vaidev has
= 100%
= 100 x 8
= $800
Amount that the boys share
= 800 + 600
= $1400
Answer(s): $1400
