If Bryan's income is increased by 40% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 30%,
both will get $2100 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 |
+ 40% |
- 30% |
After |
140% = $2100 |
70% = $2100 |
(a)
100% + 40% = 140%
140% of Bryan's income = $2100
100% of Bryan's income =
2100140 x 100% = $1500
Bryan's income = $1500
(b)
100% - 30% = 70%
70% of Adam's income = $2100
100% of Adam's income =
210070 x 100% = $3000
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 3000 - 1500
= $1500
Answer(s): (a) $1500; (b) $3000; (c) $1500