Linda's salary is 60% less than Olivia's salary. When their salaries are increased by 30%, their combined salaries will be $2366. How much was Olivia's salary before the increase?
| |
Linda |
Olivia |
Total |
| Before |
2 u |
5 u |
7 u |
| Change |
+ ? |
+ ? |
+ 2.1 u |
| After |
? |
? |
9.1 u
$$(n11040 |
100% - 60% = 40%
LindaOlivia =
40100 =
25 Combined salaries at first
= 2 u + 5 u
= 7 u
Increase in the combined salaries
= 30% x 7 u
=
30100 x 7 u
= 2.1 u
Combined salaries in the end
= 7 u + 2.1 u
= 9.1 u
9.1 u = 2366
1 u = 2366 ÷ 9.1 = 260
Olivia's salary before the increase
= 5 u
= 5 x 260
= $1300
Answer: $1300
