PSLE The pie chart shows how Julie spent her money. She spent
12 of her money on food and
110 of her money on clothes. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Julie spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Julie spend on books?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Julie's money spent on food
=
12 x 100%
= 50%
(b)
Amount of Julie's money spent on food = $150
12 of Julie's money = $150
22 of Julie's money = 2 x 150 = $300
Fraction of Julie's money spent on books
=
50300 =
16 (c)
Amount of Julie's money spent on transport
= 300 - 150 - 50 - 30
= $70
Answer(s): (a) 50%; (b)
16; (c) $70