If Bryan's income is increased by 25% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 50%,
both will get $3900 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 |
+ 25% |
- 50% |
After |
125% = $3900 |
50% = $3900 |
(a)
100% + 25% = 125%
125% of Bryan's income = $3900
100% of Bryan's income =
3900125 x 100% = $3120
Bryan's income = $3120
(b)
100% - 50% = 50%
50% of Adam's income = $3900
100% of Adam's income =
390050 x 100% = $7800
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 7800 - 3120
= $4680
Answer(s): (a) $3120; (b) $7800; (c) $4680