The bar graph shows the number of vests sold at Will's shop.
- In September, Will sold ______ times as many vests as in December.
- Each vest was sold for $40. How much did he earn for the month when he sold the least number of vests?
(a)
Number of vests that Will sold in September = 60
Number of vests that Will sold in December = 20
60 ÷ 20 = 3
In September, Will sold 3 times as many vests as in December.
(b)
To find the least number of vests sold in a month, look for the lowest point in the line graph.
In November, Will sold the least number of vests.
Number of vests that Will sold in November = 10
Amount that Will earned for the month when he sold the least number of vests
= 10 x 40
= $400
Answer(s): (a) 3; (b) $400