Lucy's savings is 30% more than Julian's savings. If Lucy's savings is decreased by 30%, their total savings will be $955. How much is Lucy's savings?
| |
Lucy |
Julian |
| Before |
13 u |
10 u |
| Change |
- 3.9 u |
|
| After |
9.1 u |
10 u |
Julian's savings in percentage = 100%
Lucy's savings in percentage
= 100% + 30%
= 130%
130% =
130100 =
1310Lucy's saving after a decrease by 30% in percent
= 100% - 30%
= 70%
Lucy's saving after a decrease by 30% in units
= 70% x 13 u
=
70100 x 13 u
= 9.1 u
Total savings if there is a decrease in salary for Lucy
= 9.1 u + 10 u
= 19.1 u
19.1 u = 955
1 u = 955 ÷ 19.1 = 50
Lucy's savings
= 13 u
= 13 x 50
= $650
Answer(s): $650
