Question

Jane's salary is increased by 3% to £20497.
how much was her salary before the rise?

Answer 1

19882

Explanation:

20497 - 3% = 614

20497 - 614 = 19882

Answer 2

x=20,095.09

Explanation:

Salary after 3% Increment= £20497

Suppose x was her salary before 3% Increment

x+3% of x=£20497

x+0.03x=£20497

1.03x=£20497

x=£20497/1.02

x=20,095.09