The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Charlie? 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
Wesley: 26 kg
Mark: 15 kg
Charlie: 13 kg
Japheth: 38 kg
Bobby: 40 kg
Neave: 21 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Charlie
= 13 x 2
= 26 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Charlie = Wesley = W
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 26 + 38 + 40
= 104 kg
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) 104 kg