PSLE The graph shows the number of scones sold each month by a new bakery from January to June.
- How many less scones were sold in March than in January?
- What was the percentage decrease in the number of scones sold in April compared to February?
(a)
Number of scones sold in January = 590
Number of scones sold in March = 490
Number of less scones sold in March than in January
= 590 - 490
= 100
(b)
Number of scones sold in February = 550
Number of scones sold in April = 440
Decrease in the number of scones sold in April compared to February
= 550 - 440
= 110
Percentage decrease in the number of scones sold in April compared to February
=
110550 x 100%
= 20%
Answer(s): (a) 100; (b) 20%