The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Will? 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
Ethan: 66 kg
Peter: 39 kg
Neave: 108 kg
George: 57 kg
Will: 27 kg
Zeph: 44 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Will
= 27 x 4
= 108 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Will = Neave = N
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 66 + 108 + 57
= 231 kg
Answer(s): (a) N; (b) 231 kg