If Bryan's income is increased by 40% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 50%,
both will get $3500 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% |
- 50% |
After |
140% = $3500 |
50% = $3500 |
(a)
100% + 40% = 140%
140% of Bryan's income = $3500
100% of Bryan's income =
3500140 x 100% = $2500
Bryan's income = $2500
(b)
100% - 50% = 50%
50% of Adam's income = $3500
100% of Adam's income =
350050 x 100% = $7000
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 7000 - 2500
= $4500
Answer(s): (a) $2500; (b) $7000; (c) $4500