The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Eric? 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
Paul: 58 kg
Fred: 21 kg
Warren: 140 kg
Henry: 53 kg
Eric: 35 kg
Mark: 29 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Eric
= 35 x 4
= 140 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Eric = Warren = W
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 58 + 140 + 53
= 251 kg
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) 251 kg