PSLE The graph shows the number of cupcakes sold each month by a new bakery from July to December.
- How many less cupcakes were sold in September than in July?
- What was the percentage decrease in the number of cupcakes sold in October compared to August?
(a)
Number of cupcakes sold in July = 400
Number of cupcakes sold in September = 270
Number of less cupcakes sold in September than in July
= 400 - 270
= 130
(b)
Number of cupcakes sold in August = 360
Number of cupcakes sold in October = 180
Decrease in the number of cupcakes sold in October compared to August
= 360 - 180
= 180
Percentage decrease in the number of cupcakes sold in October compared to August
=
180360 x 100%
= 50%
Answer(s): (a) 130; (b) 50%