PSLE The pie chart shows how Jean spent her money. She spent
12 of her money on transport and
13 of her money on stationery. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Jean spend on transport?
- What fraction of her money did Jean spend on food?
- How much of her money was spent on clothes?
(a)
Percentage of Jean's money spent on transport
=
12 x 100%
= 50%
(b)
Amount of Jean's money spent on transport = $240
12 of Jean's money = $240
22 of Jean's money = 2 x 240 = $480
Fraction of Jean's money spent on food
=
60480 =
18 (c)
Amount of Jean's money spent on clothes
= 480 - 240 - 60 - 160
= $20
Answer(s): (a) 50%; (b)
18; (c) $20