If Bryan's income is increased by 25% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 50%,
both will get $2000 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 |
+ 25% |
- 50% |
After |
125% = $2000 |
50% = $2000 |
(a)
100% + 25% = 125%
125% of Bryan's income = $2000
100% of Bryan's income =
2000125 x 100% = $1600
Bryan's income = $1600
(b)
100% - 50% = 50%
50% of Adam's income = $2000
100% of Adam's income =
200050 x 100% = $4000
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 4000 - 1600
= $2400
Answer(s): (a) $1600; (b) $4000; (c) $2400