The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Neave? 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
Jack: 75 kg
Perry: 28 kg
Neave: 25 kg
Owen: 31 kg
Tim: 40 kg
Warren: 24 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Neave
= 25 x 3
= 75 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Neave = Jack = J
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 75 + 31 + 40
= 146 kg
Answer(s): (a) J; (b) 146 kg