The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Caden? 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
Wesley: 20 kg
Zane: 11 kg
Caden: 10 kg
Simon: 30 kg
Albert: 32 kg
Ian: 26 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Caden
= 10 x 2
= 20 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Caden = Wesley = W
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 20 + 30 + 32
= 82 kg
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) 82 kg