The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three 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
Seth: 70 kg
Carl: 29 kg
Ken: 23 kg
Xavier: 54 kg
Glen: 87 kg
Nick: 29 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Carl
= 29 x 3
= 87 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Carl = Glen = G
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 70 +54 + 87
= 211 kg
Answer(s): (a) G; (b) 211 kg