SOLUTION: Mr.Cohen's monthly salary was $2,300 in December. His monthly salary increased by 15% in January. What was his salary in January? I got {{{2300(.15)+2300=x}}} {{{345+2300=x}}

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Question 662254: Mr.Cohen's monthly salary was $2,300 in December. His monthly salary increased by 15% in January. What was his salary in January?
I got
2300%28.15%29%2B2300=x
345%2B2300=x
Mr. Cohen's monthly salary in January was $2,645.
Is this right?

Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2300*1.15=$2645