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
Ethan: 64 kg
Valen: 25 kg
Mark: 123 kg
Daniel: 54 kg
Zane: 41 kg
Ahmad: 38 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Zane
= 41 x 3
= 123 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Zane = Mark = M
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 64 + 123 + 54
= 241 kg
Answer(s): (a) M; (b) 241 kg