PSLE The pie chart shows how Kimberly spent her money. She spent
14 of her money on food and
12 of her money on clothes. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Kimberly spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Kimberly spend on books?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Kimberly's money spent on food
=
14 x 100%
= 25%
(b)
Amount of Kimberly's money spent on food = $30
14 of Kimberly's money = $30
44 of Kimberly's money = 4 x 30 = $120
Fraction of Kimberly's money spent on books
=
10120 =
112 (c)
Amount of Kimberly's money spent on transport
= 120 - 30 - 10 - 60
= $20
Answer(s): (a) 25%; (b)
112; (c) $20