PSLE Look at the graph and answer the following questions.
- How many pencils did the shop sell in August?
- The number of pencils sold in November was an 40% decrease from the number sold in October. How many pencils were sold in November?
(a)
Number of pencils sold in August = 30
(b)
Total number of pencils sold in November as compared to October
= 100% - 40%
= 60%
100% → 45
1% → 45 ÷ 100 = 0.45
60% → 60 x 0.45 = 27
Number of pencils sold in November = 27
Answer(s): 30; (b) 27