PSLE The pie chart shows how Lynn spent her money. She spent
14 of her money on food and
13 of her money on transport. The amount of money spent is also represented by the bar graph.
- What percentage of her money did Lynn spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Lynn spend on recreation?
- How much of her money was spent on clothes?
(a)
Percentage of Lynn's money spent on food
=
14 x 100%
= 25%
(b)
Amount of Lynn's money spent on food = $120
14 of Lynn's money = $120
44 of Lynn's money = 4 x 120 = $480
Fraction of Lynn's money spent on recreation
=
60480 =
18 (c)
Amount of Lynn's money spent on clothes
= 480 - 120 - 60 - 160
= $140
Answer(s): (a) 25%; (b)
18; (c) $140