PSLE The graph shows the number of scones sold each month by a new bakery from July to December.
- How many more scones were sold in November than in October?
- What was the percentage increase in the number of scones sold in December compared to September?
(a)
Number of scones sold in October = 450
Number of scones sold in November = 510
Number of more scones sold in November than in October
= 510 - 450
= 60
(b)
Number of scones sold in September = 400
Number of scones sold in December = 620
Increase in the number of scones sold in December compared to September
= 620 - 400
= 220
Percentage increase in the number of scones sold in December compared to September
=
220400 x 100%
= 55%
Answer(s): (a) 60; (b) 55%