Question

This question is based on the following pie chart showing percentage of money spend on household items by a representative family.

If the income of a family is Rs 12000 P.M., then the difference between the expenditure (in rupees) on Clothing and Electricity is nearly

• A. 8700
• B. 4400
• C. 3300
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is D None of these

Expenditure on clothing

= 20.28% of Rs 12000
= Rs. 2433.60

Expenditure on electricity

= 10.28% of 12000
= Rs. 1233.60

Required difference = Rs. 1200

Alternative Solution

Difference of expenditure on clothing & Electricity is

= 20.28% - 10.28%
= 10%

10% of 12000 = Rs. 1200