The graph shows the number of fruits sold in a shop.
- How many more kiwis are there than apples?
- If each fruit was sold at $3, how much money was collected from selling the kiwis and the dates?
(a)
Number of kiwis more than apples
= (11 - 5) x 8
= 6 x 8
= 48
(b)
Total number of kiwis and dates
= (11 + 7) x 8
= 18 x 8
= 144
Amount that was collected
= 144 x 3
= $432
Answer(s): (a) 48; (b) $432