PSLE The pie chart shows how Linda spent her money. She spent
14 of her money on food and
112 of her money on transport. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Linda spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Linda spend on recreation?
- How much of her money was spent on clothes?
(a)
Percentage of Linda's money spent on food
=
14 x 100%
= 25%
(b)
Amount of Linda's money spent on food = $30
14 of Linda's money = $30
44 of Linda's money = 4 x 30 = $120
Fraction of Linda's money spent on recreation
=
40120 =
13 (c)
Amount of Linda's money spent on clothes
= 120 - 30 - 40 - 10
= $40
Answer(s): (a) 25%; (b)
13; (c) $40