The graph shows the earnings that Marion's bookstore 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 $4800 from January to June?
(a)
Total earnings from January to May
= 2000 + 2600 + 3600 + 2000 + 4000
= $14200
(b)
Total earnings from January to May
= 6 x 4800
= $28800
Amount that must be earned in June
= 28800 - 14200
= $14600
Answer(s): (a) $14200; (b) $14600