The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Warren? 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
Tom: 65 kg
Sean: 26 kg
Brandon: 88 kg
Fabian: 67 kg
Warren: 22 kg
Ethan: 23 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Warren
= 22 x 4
= 88 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Warren = Brandon = B
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 65 + 88 + 67
= 220 kg
Answer(s): (a) B; (b) 220 kg