The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Carl? 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
Sam: 60 kg
Japheth: 23 kg
Flynn: 90 kg
Vaidev: 53 kg
Carl: 45 kg
Oscar: 37 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Carl
= 45 x 2
= 90 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Carl = Flynn = F
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 60 + 90 + 53
= 203 kg
Answer(s): (a) F; (b) 203 kg