Bobby and Paul share a sum of money. Bobby receives $300. If Bobby gets $225 less, the amount of money Paul gets will increase by 25%. Find the sum of money that the boys share.
| |
Bobby |
Paul |
| Before |
300 |
100% |
| Change |
- 225 |
+ 225 (+ 25%) |
| After |
|
125% |
If Bobby gets $225 less, it means Paul will receive more money as they share a sum of money.
Amount that Paul gets more in percent = 25%
25% → 225
1% → 225 ÷ 25 = 9
Amount that Paul has
= 100%
= 100 x 9
= $900
Amount that the boys share
= 900 + 300
= $1200
Answer(s): $1200
