Daniel and Rael share a sum of money. Daniel receives $1800. If Daniel gets $220 less, the amount of money Rael gets will increase by 20%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Daniel |
Rael |
| Before |
1800 |
100% |
| Change |
- 220 |
+ 220 (+ 20%) |
| After |
|
120% |
If Daniel gets $220 less, it means Rael will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Rael gets more in percent = 20%
20% → 220
1% → 220 ÷ 20 = 11
Amount that Rael has
= 100%
= 100 x 11
= $1100
Amount that the boys share
= 1100 + 1800
= $2900
Answer(s): $2900
