If Bryan's income is increased by 35% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 50%,
both will get $2700 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 |
+ 35% |
- 50% |
After |
135% = $2700 |
50% = $2700 |
(a)
100% + 35% = 135%
135% of Bryan's income = $2700
100% of Bryan's income =
2700135 x 100% = $2000
Bryan's income = $2000
(b)
100% - 50% = 50%
50% of Adam's income = $2700
100% of Adam's income =
270050 x 100% = $5400
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 5400 - 2000
= $3400
Answer(s): (a) $2000; (b) $5400; (c) $3400