The graph shows the earnings that Shannon'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 $4500 from January to June?
(a)
Total earnings from January to May
= 2400 + 2200 + 2000 + 2400 + 3000
= $12000
(b)
Total earnings from January to May
= 6 x 4500
= $27000
Amount that must be earned in June
= 27000 - 12000
= $15000
Answer(s): (a) $12000; (b) $15000