The bar graph shows the number of windbreakers sold at Zeph's shop.
- In September, Zeph sold ______ times as many windbreakers as in December.
- Each windbreaker was sold for $90. How much did he earn for the month when he sold the least number of windbreakers?
(a)
Number of windbreakers that Zeph sold in September = 60
Number of windbreakers that Zeph sold in December = 30
60 ÷ 30 = 2
In September, Zeph sold 2 times as many windbreakers as in December.
(b)
To find the least number of windbreakers sold in a month, look for the lowest point in the line graph.
In November, Zeph sold the least number of windbreakers.
Number of windbreakers that Zeph sold in November = 10
Amount that Zeph earned for the month when he sold the least number of windbreakers
= 10 x 90
= $900
Answer(s): (a) 2; (b) $900