If Bryan's income is increased by 25% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 40%,
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 |
+ 25% |
- 40% |
After |
125% = $2700 |
60% = $2700 |
(a)
100% + 25% = 125%
125% of Bryan's income = $2700
100% of Bryan's income =
2700125 x 100% = $2160
Bryan's income = $2160
(b)
100% - 40% = 60%
60% of Adam's income = $2700
100% of Adam's income =
270060 x 100% = $4500
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 4500 - 2160
= $2340
Answer(s): (a) $2160; (b) $4500; (c) $2340