Question

A man earns rs 18000 per month . His income is increased in the ratio 12:13. Find his new monthly income.

Answer 1

Let the man's income be 12x and the increased income be 13x
Given, 12x=18000
So, x=1500
So, 13x=19500.
Hence his new monthly income is Rs19500.

Answer 2

Let , the man's income = 12x and

the increased income = 13x

✓ 12x = 18000

✓ x = 1500

✓ 13x = 19500

✓ his new monthly income = 19500 rupees