Question

The value of Sue's house increased by 7%. Her house then had a value of £219 350 b) Work out the value of Sue's house before the increase ​

Answer 1

Answer: the value of Sue's house was £205 000

Explanation:

x= the value of Sue's house before the increase

0.07x is 7% of the value of Sue's house before the increase

x+0.07x=219 350

1.07x=219 350

x=219 350/1.07

x=205 000

(To check that x is indeed 205 000:

205 000 + 0,07*205 000= 219 350

205 000 + 14.350= 219 350)