The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Fred? 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
Asher: 55 kg
Ivan: 30 kg
Xavier: 70 kg
Simon: 58 kg
Fred: 35 kg
Ryan: 21 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Fred
= 35 x 2
= 70 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Fred = Xavier = X
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 55 + 70 + 58
= 183 kg
Answer(s): (a) X; (b) 183 kg