The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Glen? 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
Carl: 59 kg
Tommy: 35 kg
Jenson: 156 kg
David: 67 kg
Glen: 39 kg
Warren: 27 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Glen
= 39 x 4
= 156 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Glen = Jenson = J
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 59 + 156 + 67
= 282 kg
Answer(s): (a) J; (b) 282 kg