The graph shows the earnings that Jane's shop 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 + 3000 + 2000 + 3600 + 3000
= $13600
(b)
Total earnings from January to May
= 6 x 4800
= $28800
Amount that must be earned in June
= 28800 - 13600
= $15200
Answer(s): (a) $13600; (b) $15200