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 November than in October?
- What was the percentage increase in the number of scones sold in December compared to September?
(a)
Number of scones sold in October = 510
Number of scones sold in November = 550
Number of more scones sold in November than in October
= 550 - 510
= 40
(b)
Number of scones sold in September = 400
Number of scones sold in December = 580
Increase in the number of scones sold in December compared to September
= 580 - 400
= 180
Percentage increase in the number of scones sold in December compared to September
=
180400 x 100%
= 45%
Answer(s): (a) 40; (b) 45%