The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Neave? 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
Ian: 53 kg
Neave: 16 kg
Bobby: 21 kg
Asher: 45 kg
Dylan: 32 kg
Oscar: 32 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Neave
= 16 x 2
= 32 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Neave = Dylan = D
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 53 +45 + 32
= 130 kg
Answer(s): (a) D; (b) 130 kg