Question

Kelly earns 15% more than her sister, and together they earn $999.75. How much does Kelly earn per week?

Answer 1

534. 75

Explanation:

let the income of kellys sister be x

kellys income=x+15% of x

=23x over 20

x+23x/20=999. 75

or, x=465

kellys income=23×465/20

=534. 75