Ben and Jeremy share a sum of money. Ben receives $800. If Ben gets $135 less, the amount of money Jeremy gets will increase by 45%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Ben |
Jeremy |
| Before |
800 |
100% |
| Change |
- 135 |
+ 135 (+ 45%) |
| After |
|
145% |
If Ben gets $135 less, it means Jeremy will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Jeremy gets more in percent = 45%
45% → 135
1% → 135 ÷ 45 = 3
Amount that Jeremy has
= 100%
= 100 x 3
= $300
Amount that the boys share
= 300 + 800
= $1100
Answer(s): $1100
