The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Sean? 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
Zane: 51 kg
Gabriel: 41 kg
Andy: 96 kg
Pierre: 66 kg
Sean: 32 kg
Oliver: 24 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Sean
= 32 x 3
= 96 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Sean = Andy = A
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 51 + 96 + 66
= 213 kg
Answer(s): (a) A; (b) 213 kg