The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Vincent? 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
Tommy: 60 kg
Jeremy: 27 kg
Dylan: 90 kg
Glen: 66 kg
Vincent: 30 kg
Cole: 36 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Vincent
= 30 x 3
= 90 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Vincent = Dylan = D
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 60 + 90 + 66
= 216 kg
Answer(s): (a) D; (b) 216 kg