The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Ken? 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
Ivan: 42 kg
Ken: 16 kg
Vaidev: 31 kg
Eric: 51 kg
Fabian: 32 kg
Albert: 27 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Ken
= 16 x 2
= 32 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Ken = Fabian = F
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 42 +51 + 32
= 125 kg
Answer(s): (a) F; (b) 125 kg