The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as George? 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
Reggie: 58 kg
Lee: 23 kg
Henry: 160 kg
Jack: 66 kg
George: 40 kg
Michael: 30 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as George
= 40 x 4
= 160 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as George = Henry = H
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 58 + 160 + 66
= 284 kg
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) 284 kg