The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Ryan? 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
Tommy: 62 kg
Andy: 20 kg
Henry: 104 kg
Caden: 57 kg
Ryan: 26 kg
Oliver: 27 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Ryan
= 26 x 4
= 104 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Ryan = Henry = H
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 62 + 104 + 57
= 223 kg
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) 223 kg