If Bryan's income is increased by 20% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 10%,
both will get $3600 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 |
+ 20% |
- 10% |
After |
120% = $3600 |
90% = $3600 |
(a)
100% + 20% = 120%
120% of Bryan's income = $3600
100% of Bryan's income =
3600120 x 100% = $3000
Bryan's income = $3000
(b)
100% - 10% = 90%
90% of Adam's income = $3600
100% of Adam's income =
360090 x 100% = $4000
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 4000 - 3000
= $1000
Answer(s): (a) $3000; (b) $4000; (c) $1000