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 = 740
Number of cupcakes sold in September = 470
Number of less cupcakes sold in September than in July
= 740 - 470
= 270
(b)
Number of cupcakes sold in August = 600
Number of cupcakes sold in October = 390
Decrease in the number of cupcakes sold in October compared to August
= 600 - 390
= 210
Percentage decrease in the number of cupcakes sold in October compared to August
=
210600 x 100%
= 35%
Answer(s): (a) 270; (b) 35%