Hazel's savings is 40% more than Eric's savings. If Hazel's savings is decreased by 40%, their total savings will be $920. How much is Hazel's savings?
|
Hazel |
Eric |
Before |
7 u |
5 u |
Change |
- 2.8 u |
|
After |
4.2 u |
5 u |
Eric's savings in percentage = 100%
Hazel's savings in percentage
= 100% + 40%
= 140%
140% =
140100 =
75Hazel's saving after a decrease by 40% in percent
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Hazel's saving after a decrease by 40% in units
= 60% x 7 u
=
60100 x 7 u
= 4.2 u
Total savings if there is a decrease in salary for Hazel
= 4.2 u + 5 u
= 9.2 u
9.2 u = 920
1 u = 920 ÷ 9.2 = 100
Hazel's savings
= 7 u
= 7 x 100
= $700
Answer(s): $700