SOLUTION: I have 60% more in the bank than my brother has. He has $1,250. How much do I have? Answer

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Question 1112278: I have 60% more in the bank than my brother has.
He has $1,250.
How much do I have?
Answer

Answer by ikleyn(52914) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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60% more than the base value is  1.6 times the base value.


So, your answer is   1.6*1250  dollars.


Take your calculator and find the number.

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