If Adam's income is increased by 25% and
Bryan's amount is decreased by 20%,
both will get $3500 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 |
+ 25% |
- 20% |
After |
125% = $3500 |
80% = $3500 |
(a)
100% + 25% = 125%
125% of Adam's income = $3500
100% of Adam's income =
3500125 x 100% = $2800
Adam's income = $2800
(b)
100% - 20% = 80%
80% of Bryan's income = $3500
100% of Bryan's income =
350080 x 100% = $4375
(c)
Difference between Adam's income and Bryan's income
= 4375 - 2800
= $1575
Answer(s): (a) $2800; (b) $4375; (c) $1575