The graph shows the earnings that Erika'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 $5000 from January to June?
(a)
Total earnings from January to May
= 3600 + 2800 + 3000 + 2800 + 2400
= $14600
(b)
Total earnings from January to May
= 6 x 5000
= $30000
Amount that must be earned in June
= 30000 - 14600
= $15400
Answer(s): (a) $14600; (b) $15400