The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Elijah? 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
Andy: 66 kg
Carl: 26 kg
Fred: 188 kg
Harry: 57 kg
Elijah: 47 kg
Wesley: 23 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Elijah
= 47 x 4
= 188 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Elijah = Fred = F
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 66 + 188 + 57
= 311 kg
Answer(s): (a) F; (b) 311 kg