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 February than in May?
- What was the percentage decrease in the number of scones sold in April compared to January?
(a)
Number of scones sold in February = 530
Number of scones sold in May = 290
Number of less scones sold in February than in May
= 530 - 290
= 360
(b)
Number of scones sold in January = 650
Number of scones sold in April = 390
Decrease in the number of scones sold in April compared to January
= 650 - 390
= 260
Percentage decrease in the number of scones sold in April compared to January
=
260650 x 100%
= 40%
Answer(s): (a) 360; (b) 40%