The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Michael? Give the first letter of the answer. (Eg Apple = A)
- What is the total mass of the 3 heaviest children?
(a)
Mass of the 6 children
Xavier: 42 kg
Henry: 24 kg
Michael: 14 kg
Liam: 40 kg
Japheth: 30 kg
Wesley: 20 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Michael
= 14 x 3
= 42 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Michael = Xavier = X
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 42 + 40 + 30
= 112 kg
Answer(s): (a) X; (b) 112 kg