The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Nick? 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
Oscar: 56 kg
Dylan: 35 kg
Vincent: 123 kg
George: 68 kg
Nick: 41 kg
John: 21 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Nick
= 41 x 3
= 123 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Nick = Vincent = V
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 56 + 123 + 68
= 247 kg
Answer(s): (a) V; (b) 247 kg