A pie chart shows how £400 was spent. The sector for Travel is 72° and the sector for Food is 108°. How much was spent on Food?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. £120
- Step 1: The whole circle is 360° for £400, so 1° stands for £400 ÷ 360. Step 2. Food: 108 ÷ 360 = 3/10 of £400. Step 3. 3/10 × 400 = £120. Answer: £120. Why not the others: £80: This is the amount for Travel. £108: This is the angle of the sector, not the amount. £292: This subtracts the angle from the total.
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