Lee saves 20% of his salary. When his salary was increased by 30%, his savings rose proportionately to $208. What was his original salary?
| |
Savings |
Spending |
Total |
| Before |
20% |
80% |
100% |
| Change |
+ 6% |
+ 24% |
+ 30% |
| After |
26% |
104% |
130% |
New salary after it was increased by 30%
= 100% + 30%
= 130%
Increase in savings
= 30% x 20%
=
30100 x 20%
= 6%
New savings in percentage
= 20% + 6%
= 26%
26% of the original salary = 208
1% of the original salary = 208 ÷ 26 = 8
100% of the original salary = 100 x 8 = 800
Lee's original salary = $800
Answer(s): $800
