PSLE The graph shows the number of scones sold each month by a new bakery from July to December.
- How many more scones were sold in October than in August?
- What was the percentage increase in the number of scones sold in November compared to July?
(a)
Number of scones sold in August = 220
Number of scones sold in October = 410
Number of more scones sold in October than in August
= 410 - 220
= 190
(b)
Number of scones sold in July = 110
Number of scones sold in November = 440
Increase in the number of scones sold in November compared to July
= 440 - 110
= 330
Percentage increase in the number of scones sold in November compared to July
=
330110 x 100%
= 300%
Answer(s): (a) 190; (b) 300%