The graph shows the earnings that Hilda's stationery store 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
= 3600 + 3000 + 3000 + 3800 + 2200
= $15600
(b)
Total earnings from January to May
= 6 x 3100
= $18600
Amount that must be earned in June
= 18600 - 15600
= $3000
Answer(s): (a) $15600; (b) $3000