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 60% decrease from the number sold in October. How many pencils were sold in November?
(a)
Number of pencils sold in August = 45
(b)
Total number of pencils sold in November as compared to October
= 100% - 60%
= 40%
100% → 15
1% → 15 ÷ 100 = 0.15
40% → 40 x 0.15 = 6
Number of pencils sold in November = 6
Answer(s): 45; (b) 6