PSLE The pie chart shows how Gabby spent her money. She spent
14 of her money on transport and
12 of her money on books. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Gabby spend on transport?
- What fraction of her money did Gabby spend on food?
- How much of her money was spent on clothes?
(a)
Percentage of Gabby's money spent on transport
=
14 x 100%
= 25%
(b)
Amount of Gabby's money spent on transport = $60
14 of Gabby's money = $60
44 of Gabby's money = 4 x 60 = $240
Fraction of Gabby's money spent on food
=
20240 =
112 (c)
Amount of Gabby's money spent on clothes
= 240 - 60 - 20 - 120
= $40
Answer(s): (a) 25%; (b)
112; (c) $40