The graph shows the earnings that Elyse's shop made from July to November
- What was the total earnings from July to November?
- How much money must be earned in December to have average earnings of $3500 from July to December?
(a)
Total earnings from July to November
= 2600 + 2000 + 4000 + 3800 + 2200
= $14600
(b)
Total earnings from July to November
= 6 x 3500
= $21000
Amount that must be earned in December
= 21000 - 14600
= $6400
Answer(s): (a) $14600; (b) $6400