The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Perry? 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
Eric: 60 kg
Perry: 18 kg
Reggie: 19 kg
Fred: 70 kg
Caden: 54 kg
Japheth: 36 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Perry
= 18 x 3
= 54 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Perry = Caden = C
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 60 +70 + 54
= 184 kg
Answer(s): (a) C; (b) 184 kg