Question

Construct a circle graph that represents the following data concerning the monthly expenses for a family budget.

Answer 1

Answer:

The circle graph is attached.

Step-by-step explanation:

a) Data and Calculations:

Monthly Expenses for a Family Budget

Expenses   Percentage   Degree

Housing            35%        130°  (360° * 35%)

Food                  14%         50°  (360° * 14%)

Clothing            17%          60°  (360° * 17%)

Entertainment  12%          40°  (360° * 12%)

Auto                22%           80°  (360° * 22%)

b) The result shows that Housing expense took more than one-third of the circle with auto expenses occupying the next biggest chunk of the circle.  Clothing came third to occupy one-sixth of the circle, with food and entertainment trailing behind with less than one-sixth of the circle respectively.

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