Question 117896
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Since i cannot draw a pie, i have to do it this way. Please help... 
30% rent, 25% food, 8% other, 5% entertainment, 12% clothing, 12%
transportation, 8% utilities.
The pie chart shows the distribution of a persons total yearly income
of $42,000. Find the amount budgeted for clothing. 
Any help would be appreciated.

"12% clothing" means to take 12% of "total yearly income of $42,000"

To take 12% of $42,000 simply multiply 42000 by .12 and get $5400.

Edwin</pre>