PSLE The pie chart shows how Xandra spent her money. She spent
14 of her money on food and
16 of her money on clothes. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Xandra spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Xandra spend on stationery?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Xandra's money spent on food
=
14 x 100%
= 25%
(b)
Amount of Xandra's money spent on food = $45
14 of Xandra's money = $45
44 of Xandra's money = 4 x 45 = $180
Fraction of Xandra's money spent on stationery
=
90180 =
12 (c)
Amount of Xandra's money spent on transport
= 180 - 45 - 90 - 30
= $15
Answer(s): (a) 25%; (b)
12; (c) $15