The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Warren? 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
Gabriel: 51 kg
Pierre: 25 kg
Warren: 17 kg
Fred: 30 kg
Lee: 31 kg
Mark: 21 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Warren
= 17 x 3
= 51 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Warren = Gabriel = G
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 51 + 30 + 31
= 112 kg
Answer(s): (a) G; (b) 112 kg