If Adam's income is increased by 40% and
Bryan's amount is decreased by 50%,
both will get $2800 each.
- How much is Adam's income?
- How much is Bryan's income?
- What is the difference between Adam's income and Bryan's income?
|
Adam |
Bryan |
Before |
100% |
100% |
Change |
+ 40% |
- 50% |
After |
140% = $2800 |
50% = $2800 |
(a)
100% + 40% = 140%
140% of Adam's income = $2800
100% of Adam's income =
2800140 x 100% = $2000
Adam's income = $2000
(b)
100% - 50% = 50%
50% of Bryan's income = $2800
100% of Bryan's income =
280050 x 100% = $5600
(c)
Difference between Adam's income and Bryan's income
= 5600 - 2000
= $3600
Answer(s): (a) $2000; (b) $5600; (c) $3600