The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Tommy? 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
Liam: 68 kg
Tommy: 13 kg
Henry: 18 kg
Oliver: 60 kg
Cody: 39 kg
Simon: 37 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Tommy
= 13 x 3
= 39 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Tommy = Cody = C
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 68 +60 + 39
= 167 kg
Answer(s): (a) C; (b) 167 kg