The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Ian? 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
Luke: 53 kg
David: 24 kg
Tommy: 96 kg
Perry: 57 kg
Ian: 48 kg
Ahmad: 34 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Ian
= 48 x 2
= 96 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Ian = Tommy = T
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 53 + 96 + 57
= 206 kg
Answer(s): (a) T; (b) 206 kg