If Bryan's income is increased by 40% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 20%,
both will get $2800 each.
- How much is Bryan's income?
- How much is Adam's income?
- What is the difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income?
|
Bryan |
Adam |
Before |
100% |
100% |
Change |
+ 40% |
- 20% |
After |
140% = $2800 |
80% = $2800 |
(a)
100% + 40% = 140%
140% of Bryan's income = $2800
100% of Bryan's income =
2800140 x 100% = $2000
Bryan's income = $2000
(b)
100% - 20% = 80%
80% of Adam's income = $2800
100% of Adam's income =
280080 x 100% = $3500
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 3500 - 2000
= $1500
Answer(s): (a) $2000; (b) $3500; (c) $1500