The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Luke? 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
Elijah: 42 kg
Luke: 30 kg
Zane: 35 kg
Carl: 62 kg
Ben: 60 kg
Julian: 14 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Luke
= 30 x 2
= 60 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Luke = Ben = B
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 42 +62 + 60
= 164 kg
Answer(s): (a) B; (b) 164 kg