Question

In 1999, the average US household spend $12,057 on housing, $1,891 on entertainment, $5,031 on food, and $7,011 on transportation. How much was spent on food each month?

Answer 1

$419.25

Explanation:

The average US household in 1999 spent $5031 on food.

To find how much was spend on food each month, divide $5031 by 12 (since there are 12 months in a year).

`(5031)/(12)` = $419.25