The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Liam? 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
Mark: 69 kg
Liam: 14 kg
Vincent: 34 kg
Jenson: 41 kg
Charlie: 28 kg
Eric: 21 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Liam
= 14 x 2
= 28 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Liam = Charlie = C
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 69 +41 + 28
= 138 kg
Answer(s): (a) C; (b) 138 kg