PSLE The pie chart shows how Vanessa spent her money. She spent
110 of her money on food and
15 of her money on clothes. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Vanessa spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Vanessa spend on stationery?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Vanessa's money spent on food
=
110 x 100%
= 10%
(b)
Amount of Vanessa's money spent on food = $15
110 of Vanessa's money = $15
1010 of Vanessa's money = 10 x 15 = $150
Fraction of Vanessa's money spent on stationery
=
75150 =
12 (c)
Amount of Vanessa's money spent on transport
= 150 - 15 - 75 - 30
= $30
Answer(s): (a) 10%; (b)
12; (c) $30