If Bryan's income is increased by 25% and
Adam's amount is decreased by 20%,
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% |
- 20% |
After |
125% = $2000 |
80% = $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% - 20% = 80%
80% of Adam's income = $2000
100% of Adam's income =
200080 x 100% = $2500
(c)
Difference between Bryan's income and Adam's income
= 2500 - 1600
= $900
Answer(s): (a) $1600; (b) $2500; (c) $900