The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Brandon? 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
John: 62 kg
Fabian: 28 kg
Nick: 84 kg
Asher: 53 kg
Brandon: 21 kg
Gabriel: 29 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Brandon
= 21 x 4
= 84 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Brandon = Nick = N
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 62 + 84 + 53
= 199 kg
Answer(s): (a) N; (b) 199 kg