PSLE The pie chart shows how Jen spent her money. She spent
15 of her money on food and
14 of her money on clothes. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Jen spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Jen spend on stationery?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Jen's money spent on food
=
15 x 100%
= 20%
(b)
Amount of Jen's money spent on food = $20
15 of Jen's money = $20
55 of Jen's money = 5 x 20 = $100
Fraction of Jen's money spent on stationery
=
50100 =
12 (c)
Amount of Jen's money spent on transport
= 100 - 20 - 50 - 25
= $5
Answer(s): (a) 20%; (b)
12; (c) $5