PSLE The pie chart shows how Nicole spent her money. She spent
110 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 Nicole spend on food?
- What fraction of her money did Nicole spend on stationery?
- How much of her money was spent on transport?
(a)
Percentage of Nicole's money spent on food
=
110 x 100%
= 10%
(b)
Amount of Nicole's money spent on food = $15
110 of Nicole's money = $15
1010 of Nicole's money = 10 x 15 = $150
Fraction of Nicole's money spent on stationery
=
50150 =
13 (c)
Amount of Nicole's money spent on transport
= 150 - 15 - 50 - 75
= $10
Answer(s): (a) 10%; (b)
13; (c) $10