Rachel's savings is 40% more than Reggie's savings. If Rachel's savings is decreased by 40%, their total savings will be $1472. How much is Rachel's savings?
| |
Rachel |
Reggie |
| Before |
7 u |
5 u |
| Change |
- 2.8 u |
|
| After |
4.2 u |
5 u |
Reggie's savings in percentage = 100%
Rachel's savings in percentage
= 100% + 40%
= 140%
140% =
140100 =
75Rachel's saving after a decrease by 40% in percent
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
Rachel'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 Rachel
= 4.2 u + 5 u
= 9.2 u
9.2 u = 1472
1 u = 1472 ÷ 9.2 = 160
Rachel's savings
= 7 u
= 7 x 160
= $1120
Answer(s): $1120
