The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Howard? 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: 61 kg
Bryan: 28 kg
Charlie: 184 kg
Ethan: 67 kg
Howard: 46 kg
Ken: 40 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Howard
= 46 x 4
= 184 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Howard = Charlie = C
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 61 + 184 + 67
= 312 kg
Answer(s): (a) C; (b) 312 kg