The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Xavier? 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
Tom: 54 kg
Ryan: 20 kg
Xavier: 27 kg
Neave: 34 kg
Oliver: 36 kg
Warren: 16 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Xavier
= 27 x 2
= 54 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Xavier = Tom = T
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 54 + 34 + 36
= 124 kg
Answer(s): (a) T; (b) 124 kg