In March, Isaiah and Freddie had the same amount of money in their savings accounts. In April, Isaiah deposited $210 into his account. Freddie increased the money in his account by 15%. When they compared their balances, they found that they were still equal.

How much money did they both have in their accounts in March?
$_______

Question

In March, Isaiah and Freddie had the same amount of money in their savings accounts. In April, Isaiah deposited $210 into his account. Freddie increased the money in his account by 15%. When they compared their balances, they found that they were still equal.

How much money did they both have in their accounts in March?
$_______

anonymous · Answer

x=Isaiah y= fred
x+210=1.15(y)
x+210=1.15x
210=.15x
1400=x

anonymous · Answer

yes,   210/0.15= 1400