The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Michael? 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
Owen: 28 kg
Zeph: 16 kg
Michael: 14 kg
Valen: 38 kg
John: 32 kg
Fred: 24 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Michael
= 14 x 2
= 28 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Michael = Owen = O
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 28 + 38 + 32
= 98 kg
Answer(s): (a) O; (b) 98 kg