The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Fabian? 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
Vincent: 56 kg
Bryan: 12 kg
Fabian: 28 kg
Neave: 37 kg
Zeph: 33 kg
Eric: 14 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Fabian
= 28 x 2
= 56 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Fabian = Vincent = V
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 56 + 37 + 33
= 126 kg
Answer(s): (a) V; (b) 126 kg