Jayesh earns 60% more moneythan Kabir. Kabir earns 20% less than Akash. If Kabir’s income is Rs. 5000 by what percent is Jayesh’s
earning more than Akash?

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Jayesh earns 60% more moneythan Kabir. Kabir earns 20% less than Akash. If Kabir’s income is Rs. 5000 by what percent is Jayesh’s
earning more than Akash?

Akarsha Mandala · Answer

Hi Neeti,
It is given,
J = 1.6K
K = 0.8A
K = 5000
J = 1.6*5000 = 8000
A = K/0.8 = 5000/0.8 = 6250
Required % = 8000-6250/6250 * 100 = 28%
Hope this helps!

Vishal Sharma · Answer

28%

Jayesh earns 60% more moneythan Kabir. Kabir earns 20% less than Akash. If Kabir’s income is Rs. 5000 by what percent is Jayesh’s earning more than Akash?

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