The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Zane? 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
Caden: 51 kg
Zane: 11 kg
Valen: 15 kg
Bryan: 69 kg
Warren: 33 kg
Jeremy: 35 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Zane
= 11 x 3
= 33 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Zane = Warren = W
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 51 +69 + 33
= 153 kg
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) 153 kg