PSLE The pie chart shows how Linda spent her money. She spent
14 of her money on transport and
13 of her money on stationery. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Linda spend on transport?
- What fraction of her money did Linda spend on food?
- How much of her money was spent on clothes?
(a)
Percentage of Linda's money spent on transport
=
14 x 100%
= 25%
(b)
Amount of Linda's money spent on transport = $120
14 of Linda's money = $120
44 of Linda's money = 4 x 120 = $480
Fraction of Linda's money spent on food
=
60480 =
18 (c)
Amount of Linda's money spent on clothes
= 480 - 120 - 60 - 160
= $140
Answer(s): (a) 25%; (b)
18; (c) $140