PSLE The graph shows the number of tarts sold each month by a new bakery from July to December.
- How many less tarts were sold in August than in November?
- What was the percentage decrease in the number of tarts sold in October compared to July?
(a)
Number of tarts sold in August = 470
Number of tarts sold in November = 110
Number of less tarts sold in August than in November
= 470 - 110
= 440
(b)
Number of tarts sold in July = 550
Number of tarts sold in October = 220
Decrease in the number of tarts sold in October compared to July
= 550 - 220
= 330
Percentage decrease in the number of tarts sold in October compared to July
=
330550 x 100%
= 60%
Answer(s): (a) 440; (b) 60%