The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Brandon? 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
Henry: 54 kg
Will: 47 kg
Jeremy: 88 kg
Glen: 66 kg
Brandon: 22 kg
Fabian: 45 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Brandon
= 22 x 4
= 88 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Brandon = Jeremy = J
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 54 + 88 + 66
= 208 kg
Answer(s): (a) J; (b) 208 kg