Question

The ratio of Peter's money to Nick's money was 2:3 at first. After Peter gave Nick $15, the ratio of Peter's money to Nick's money became 1:2. What was the total amount of money they had altogether?
2/5T - $15 / 3/5T + $15 = 1/2.
T = $225.
Total amount is $225

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