SOLUTION: A salesperson's weekly paycheck is 10% more than a second salesperson's paycheck. The two paychecks total $1225. Find the amount of each paycheck.

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Question 905913: A salesperson's weekly paycheck is 10% more than a second salesperson's paycheck. The two paychecks total $1225. Find the amount of each paycheck.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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x smaller paycheck
x + 1.10x = $1225
2.10x = $1225
x = $1225/2.1
x = $583.33, smaller paycheck. Larger is $641.67
And..
sum is 1225