Gillian's savings is 30% more than Caden's savings. If Gillian's savings is decreased by 30%, their total savings will be $573. How much is Gillian's savings?
|
Gillian |
Caden |
Before |
13 u |
10 u |
Change |
- 3.9 u |
|
After |
9.1 u |
10 u |
Caden's savings in percentage = 100%
Gillian's savings in percentage
= 100% + 30%
= 130%
130% =
130100 =
1310Gillian's saving after a decrease by 30% in percent
= 100% - 30%
= 70%
Gillian'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 Gillian
= 9.1 u + 10 u
= 19.1 u
19.1 u = 573
1 u = 573 ÷ 19.1 = 30
Gillian's savings
= 13 u
= 13 x 30
= $390
Answer(s): $390