The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Tom? 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
Zeph: 54 kg
Ken: 28 kg
Ryan: 76 kg
John: 60 kg
Tom: 38 kg
Ahmad: 27 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Tom
= 38 x 2
= 76 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Tom = Ryan = R
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 54 + 76 + 60
= 190 kg
Answer(s): (a) R; (b) 190 kg