If Adam's income is increased by 30% and
Bryan's amount is decreased by 50%,
both will get $2600 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 |
+ 30% |
- 50% |
After |
130% = $2600 |
50% = $2600 |
(a)
100% + 30% = 130%
130% of Adam's income = $2600
100% of Adam's income =
2600130 x 100% = $2000
Adam's income = $2000
(b)
100% - 50% = 50%
50% of Bryan's income = $2600
100% of Bryan's income =
260050 x 100% = $5200
(c)
Difference between Adam's income and Bryan's income
= 5200 - 2000
= $3200
Answer(s): (a) $2000; (b) $5200; (c) $3200