PSLE The pie chart shows how Diana spent her money. She spent
12 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 Diana spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Diana spend on books?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Diana's money spent on food
=
12 x 100%
= 50%
(b)
Amount of Diana's money spent on food = $180
12 of Diana's money = $180
22 of Diana's money = 2 x 180 = $360
Fraction of Diana's money spent on books
=
45360 =
18 (c)
Amount of Diana's money spent on transport
= 360 - 180 - 45 - 60
= $75
Answer(s): (a) 50%; (b)
18; (c) $75