The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Luke? 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
Tommy: 67 kg
Warren: 33 kg
Zeph: 111 kg
Fred: 54 kg
Luke: 37 kg
Carl: 27 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Luke
= 37 x 3
= 111 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Luke = Zeph = Z
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 67 + 111 + 54
= 232 kg
Answer(s): (a) Z; (b) 232 kg