The graph shows the earnings that Penelope's shop made from January to May
- What was the total earnings from January to May?
- How much money must be earned in June to have average earnings of $3100 from January to June?
(a)
Total earnings from January to May
= 2800 + 2400 + 3200 + 2600 + 2000
= $13000
(b)
Total earnings from January to May
= 6 x 3100
= $18600
Amount that must be earned in June
= 18600 - 13000
= $5600
Answer(s): (a) $13000; (b) $5600