Directions: Study the pie chart and answer the following question.
The pie chart shows a family's monthly expenditure on various items and their savings.
If the total expenditure is Rs. 84,000, then what is the expenditure on food (in Rs.)?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 29400.
The total expenditure = Rs. 84,000
⇒ 15% + 10% + 28% + 12% + 35% = 100%
⇒ 100% = 84000
The percentage expenditure on food = 35%
⇒ 100% = 84000 × 35/100
⇒ 840 × 35 = Rs.29400