The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Will? 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
Henry: 63 kg
Julian: 15 kg
Will: 21 kg
Lee: 31 kg
Sam: 37 kg
Eric: 18 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Will
= 21 x 3
= 63 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Will = Henry = H
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 63 + 31 + 37
= 131 kg
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) 131 kg