The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Neave? 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
Peter: 32 kg
Jenson: 10 kg
Neave: 16 kg
Fred: 31 kg
Andy: 32 kg
Glen: 12 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Neave
= 16 x 2
= 32 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Neave = Peter = P
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 32 + 31 + 32
= 95 kg
Answer(s): (a) P; (b) 95 kg