The given pie chart shows the cost estimated by a family in renovation of their house. The total estimated cost of renovation is Rs 120,000. Study the following pie chart carefully and answer the questions below.
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The family gets a discount on furniture and pays 12% less than the estimated cost on furniture. What is the amount spent on furniture? |
Rs 13,200 Rs 14,526 Rs 13,728 Rs 13,526 |
Rs 13,728 |
From the pie chart:
Estimated cost of furniture: $13\% \times 120000 = \frac{13}{100} \times 120000 = \text{₹}15,600$ The family gets a 12% discount, so they pay 88% of the estimated cost. Amount spent on furniture: $88\% \times 15600 = \frac{88}{100} \times 15600 = \text{₹}13,728$ |