Question

A man got a 10% increase in his salary. If his new salary is 1,54,000, find his
original salary.​

Answer 1

the man’s original salary was 100%. when increased by 10% , it becomes 110% which is $154 000.

so,

110% -> 154 000
1% -> $1400
100% -> $1400 x 100
= $140 000