If Adam's income is increased by 40% and
Bryan's amount is decreased by 20%,
both will get $2100 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% |
- 20% |
After |
140% = $2100 |
80% = $2100 |
(a)
100% + 40% = 140%
140% of Adam's income = $2100
100% of Adam's income =
2100140 x 100% = $1500
Adam's income = $1500
(b)
100% - 20% = 80%
80% of Bryan's income = $2100
100% of Bryan's income =
210080 x 100% = $2625
(c)
Difference between Adam's income and Bryan's income
= 2625 - 1500
= $1125
Answer(s): (a) $1500; (b) $2625; (c) $1125