The line graph shows the amount of money Michael spent from January to June.
- Of the amount Michael spent in May, $190 was spent on food and the remaining amount was spent on clothes. How much did he spend on clothes in May?
- In which month did Michael spend $260 less than the previous month? Give your answer in this format. (Eg Jan)
(a)
Amount that Michael spent in May = $280
Amount that Michael spent on clothes
= 280 - 190
= $90
(b)
To find a decrease in a line graph, look for a decreasing slope.
The 2 decreasing slopes are from March to April and April to May. Now, find the month when Michael spent $260 less than the previous month.
Amount that Michael spent in March = $680
Amount that Michael spent in April = $420
Amount that Michael spent in April less than March
= 680 - 420
=
$260 (✓)
Amount that Michael spent in April = $420
Amount that Michael spent in May = $280
Amount that Michael spent in May less than April
= 420 - 280
= $140 (x)
The month that Michael spent $260 more than the previous month = Apr
Answer(s): (a) $90; (b) Apr