PSLE The pie chart shows how Linda spent her money. She spent
12 of her money on stationery and
18 of her money on food. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Linda spend on stationery?
- What fraction of her money did Linda spend on clothes?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Linda's money spent on stationery
=
12 x 100%
= 50%
(b)
Amount of Linda's money spent on stationery = $240
12 of Linda's money = $240
22 of Linda's money = 2 x 240 = $480
Fraction of Linda's money spent on clothes
=
40480 =
112 (c)
Amount of Linda's money spent on transport
= 480 - 240 - 40 - 60
= $140
Answer(s): (a) 50%; (b)
112; (c) $140