If Adam's income is increased by 25% and
Bryan's amount is decreased by 40%,
both will get $2100 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% |
- 40% |
After |
125% = $2100 |
60% = $2100 |
(a)
100% + 25% = 125%
125% of Adam's income = $2100
100% of Adam's income =
2100125 x 100% = $1680
Adam's income = $1680
(b)
100% - 40% = 60%
60% of Bryan's income = $2100
100% of Bryan's income =
210060 x 100% = $3500
(c)
Difference between Adam's income and Bryan's income
= 3500 - 1680
= $1820
Answer(s): (a) $1680; (b) $3500; (c) $1820