Question

The Masim family’s monthly budget is shown in the circle graph provided in the image. The family has a current monthly income of $5,000. How much money do they spend on food each month? A. $250 B. $500 C. $750 D. 1,100 Please show ALL work! <3

Answer 1

C. $750

Explanation:

The amount of money to be spent monthly on food = percentage covered by food in the circle ÷ 100% × total monthly income

=
`(15)/(100)*5000`

`= (15)/(1)*50`

`15*50 = 750`

Amount of money spent each month by the Masims is $750.